Senior Chef de Partie (Pastry)

Are you passionate about Catering and excellent Customer Service then come and join the House of Commons In House Services exceptional multi-outlet catering operations including Fine Dining, Banqueting, Brasserie and Cafeteria restaurants.  You will have the opportunity of working in a team of highly talented and multi awarding winning professional chefs in a unique world-wide recognised  

You will be able to further develop your skills in further education and specific catering training such as pastry courses, bakery and opportunities for work experience, attending chef’s conferences and trade shows on food and future food development to further develop your skills. 

The Role

Catering Services aim to deliver the best quality service with an enthusiastic and professional team for the benefit of all our customers. We are responsible for the efficient operation of the House of Commons catering facilities within the agreed financial framework.

The Senior Chef de Partie Pastry will be responsible for assisting in the efficient and effective running of a designated kitchen or kitchen area. This will include:-

• planning, preparation, production and service of all pastry related menu items.
• the supervision and training of all employees in their team
• the observance and enforcement of Food Safety, Health & Safety and the departments Food Safety Managements System regulations.
• operating within the agreed financial remit. 
• to demonstrate leadership capabilities and be capable of taking ownership of the designated kitchen.

The Person

To be successful in the role you will have the following skills:-

• Must be able to demonstrate good pastry skills and knowledge and trends in food for a high volume, multi-outlet, high quality venue.
• Must be able to demonstrate experience of managing, motivating and developing kitchen staff.
• Must show evidence of own development and training.  
• Must be able to demonstrate good communication skills that are structured and summarizes information to meet the needs and understanding of the intended audience.
• Must demonstrate flexibility in meeting the business needs of the customers of the Catering Services Department.