Chef de Partie - Lasdun | National Theatre London
£35,000 per annum (£30k Basic + £5k TRONC)
NT Food & Drink is a unique and dynamic partnership driven by Levy and KERB, embedded within the National Theatre on the South Bank. Our ambition to create a world-class hospitality destination at the heart of the world's most iconic theatre is powered by our progressive people-first approach, centred on environmental and social sustainability.
Purpose
Reporting to the Head Chef, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the kitchen. The main purpose is to support the head chef in managing the kitchen team, overseeing food preparation, and ensuring dishes are executed to the highest standards. The chef de partie plays a key role in inventory management, adhering to food safety and health and safety standards, record keeping, events execution, and training culinary & FOH team.
Responsibilities
* Responsible for holding a section in service
* Maintain exceptional high standards for all services
* Attend briefings enabling them to perform to expected standards
* Communicate effectively with BOH & FOH team
* Complete relevant H&S paperwork
* Prepare and execute all menu items to specification
* Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure quality control is monitored and maintained
* Assist with the culinary team daily/weekly tasks
* Ensure par levels of menu items are available
* Adhere to all business & HSE policies
* Complete relevant H&S paperwork and insightful end of night reporting
Requirements
* Confident: Passionate about quality restaurant operations and delivering exceptional food.
* Detail-focused: Highly organised individual with attention to detail.
* Flexible: Open to working required hours, evenings & weekends. Willing to adapt to the team's needs.
* Safety Led: Leads by example on all HSE practices across the department and implements best practices.
* Curious: Has a passion & desire to develop and grow their own skills.
Benefits
* Healthcare & Wellbeing: Medicash health benefits (including dental, mental health & optical for you and up to 4 children), free annual health check with Aviva Digicare, discounts at Nuffield Health & Pure Gym, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
* Exclusive Perks & Discounts: Save on entertainment (up to 55% off cinema tickets), shopping (up to 15% off), Vodafone plans, and travel with top providers such as TUI & Expedia.
* Workplace Benefits: Meals on duty, pension scheme, life assurance, and professional subscriptions paid.
* Leave & Family Support: 23 days + bank holidays, your birthday off, extra leave after maternity return, a day off for your baby’s 1st birthday, and a holiday purchase scheme.
* Career & Financial Support: Ongoing training & development, career pathways, financial wellbeing programme, and preferred rates on salary finance products.
* Exclusive National Theatre discounts: 15% off outlets, 25% off Bookshop, complimentary show tickets.
* Food & drink discounts: Kerb Card: 20% off drinks, 50% off food at Seven Dials Market.
* VIP last-minute O2 show tickets: Subject to availability.
* Discounted onsite parking: £4/day.
About Us
Levy UK & Ireland, a vibrant and exciting division of Compass Group, specializes in creating legendary food, drink, and hospitality experiences at world-class venues. In the UK, Levy partners with renowned locations such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, Tottenham Hotspur, and ExCel London, focusing on sustainability, wellbeing, and diversity.
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