About Us: The House of Commons Service comprises over 3,000 dedicated professionals who ensure the seamless operation of parliamentary activities.

Our team provides essential services to Members of Parliament, their teams, and the broader parliamentary community.

Benefits:

• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days after the first full leave year.
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Interest-free loans for season tickets and bicycles.

Role Overview: Catering Services, part of the Customer Experience and Service Delivery team, is tasked with the effective management of catering operations within a defined financial framework.

We uphold a culture that emphasizes the highest ethical standards across all business areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Senior Chef to ensure the smooth and effective operation of a designated kitchen.
• Supervise kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with Food Safety and Health and Safety regulations.
• Assist in menu development, focusing on seasonal ingredients, industry trends, and customer preferences.
• Support senior kitchen personnel in all aspects of kitchen management, including oversight of demi-chef de parties and commis chefs.
• Conduct regular inspections of kitchen and storage areas, ensuring optimal conditions for food production.

Health and Safety Compliance: Attention to allergen and labeling procedures, temperature control, cross-contamination risks, equipment safety, and fire prevention is paramount.

Qualifications: Candidates must possess relevant catering qualifications, such as City and Guilds 706:1&2 or NVQ levels 1, 2 & 3, or equivalent certifications.

Experience: A proven track record in a similar role, demonstrating success in high-volume, multi-outlet, high-quality culinary environments is essential.

Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal abilities are required to foster effective relationships and teamwork, while promoting the values of equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Additionally, a keen awareness of current culinary trends and practices is expected.