Chef De Partie - Lasdun | National Theatre, London

Chef de Partie - Lasdun | National Theatre London, Full-Time / Permanent

Salary: £36,724 (£31,724 Basic + £5k TRONC)

Excellent benefits include healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.

The role

• Proper scratch cooking – nothing bought in
• Seasonal menus and creative input
• Supportive Head Chef who invests in development
• Rotas planned 2–3 weeks ahead
• Closed Sundays
• A kitchen that values craft, consistency, and people

Responsibilities

• Run your own section during service, delivering consistently high standards of food and presentation
• Prepare, cook, and plate dishes using fresh, high-quality ingredients – everything made in-house
• Work closely with the Head Chef to execute seasonal menus and maintain quality control
• Take pride in classic foundations: stocks, sauces, ratios, curing, fermenting, and prep done properly
• Support daily mise en place and ensure par levels are maintained for smooth service
• Collaborate with FOH to deliver a seamless guest experience and confidently talk about ingredients when needed
• Champion food safety, cleanliness, and organisation – completing H&S checks and end‑of‑service reporting
• Be part of a small, passionate brigade that values learning, consistency, and craft

What we’re looking for

• A positive, determined attitude and desire to keep developing
• Experience in cooking from scratch – not packet cooking
• A strong foundation in classic cooking techniques (mother sauces, ratios, prep methods)
• Curiosity about ingredients, provenance, and seasonal cooking
• A detail‑driven approach with pride in your section
• Experience in independent restaurants or quality gastropubs is bonus!

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: 50% off drinks, 20% off food at Seven Dials Market
• VIP last‑minute O2 show tickets (subject to availability)
• Discounted onsite parking (£4/day)

Equal Opportunity

We are a proud equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.

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