Back of house careers in hospitality: The jobs that fuel our kitchens

Every memorable plate in our iconic restaurants and Food Halls is put together by a team who do their work away from the limelight. At Harrods, our Back of House teams help create the dining experiences that keep our customers coming back for more.

What are back of house jobs in hospitality?

Back of house jobs are the roles that keep kitchens and food operations moving. They are hands-on and fast-paced, with a focus on preparation and teamwork.

At Harrods, Back of House covers a wonderfully varied culinary world. There are chefs working across restaurant concepts, pastry teams creating desserts and chocolates, production kitchen colleagues preparing food at scale, and quality professionals helping to protect food safety and standards. Together, they help create the experiences our customers know us for.

What back of house kitchen jobs can you find at Harrods?

Kitchen jobs at Harrods sit across different levels and specialisms. There are opportunities for people growing their skills, as well as experienced professionals ready to lead and influence others.

Back of house careers at Harrods can include:

• Commis Chef
• Production Kitchen Commis Chef
• Chef de Partie
• Sous Chef
• Bakery placement roles
• Quality Manager
• Food safety and quality roles

We Are One, and that matters in Back of House. Great kitchen work depends on people trusting each other and taking pride in the part they play.

What does a Commis Chef do in a Harrods kitchen?

A Commis Chef role is a brilliant place to begin building a kitchen career. It gives you the chance to learn from experienced colleagues and develop the habits that carry you forward.

In a Harrods kitchen, a Commis Chef may prepare mise en place, organise ingredients, follow recipes, support senior chefs and keep their area clean and safe. The work is practical, but it also teaches the rhythm of a kitchen.

The Commis Chef role can include:

• Preparing ingredients and daily production as directed by senior chefs
• Supporting taste, temperature and presentation standards
• Keeping your section clean, organised and well stocked
• Managing stock rotation and labelling
• Following food safety, hygiene and sanitation practices

How do pastry and bakery roles shape Harrods’ Food Halls?

Pastry and bakery roles bring precision to Back of House. These roles are built on patience and care, with each stage influencing the final result.

At Harrods, pastry teams help produce pastries, desserts and chocolates for restaurants and our Food Halls. A Commis Chef in pastry may prepare patisserie, organise ingredients, support stock control and help keep the kitchen running smoothly. Bakery placement roles can also give people valuable experience in a supportive, skilled environment.

This is where creativity and discipline sit side by side. A beautiful finish begins with a well-kept section and a team that understands the standard. We Take Pride in these details.

What does a Chef de Partie do in back of house?

A Chef de Partie is responsible for helping a section run well. It’s a role that needs technical skill and the confidence to support others during busy periods.

At Harrods, a Chef de Partie may support the Sous Chef, guide junior team members, manage stock rotation and labelling, and maintain strong hygiene and sanitation standards. It’s a role for someone who can take ownership and understand what the team needs from them.

This stage of a kitchen career often feels like a step up in responsibility. You’re still developing your own craft, but you are also helping others do their best work. 

Where do Sous Chef jobs fit in?

Sous Chef jobs set the tone in the kitchen by supporting the Head Chef and helping the team work with care.

A Sous Chef at Harrods may take ownership when needed while upholding standards across food quality. The role also involves creating a kitchen culture where people feel backed to be their best. 

We Strive To Exceed, and in a Sous Chef role that means raising standards through calm leadership and the ability to make good decisions when the kitchen heats up.

What skills help you build a kitchen career at Harrods?

The skills that matter in Back of House are often the ones people notice through the quality of your work. Some of the most valuable skills for kitchen jobs at Harrods include:

• A genuine passion for food and hospitality
• Strong time management
• Attention to detail
• Good organisation and section ownership
• Clear communication
• Food safety and hygiene awareness
• Calmness during busy periods
• Willingness to learn from experienced colleagues
• Pride in keeping standards high

We Build Trust through knowledge, integrity and care. In Back of House, that trust is earned through the way people work each day.

How can you develop in back of house careers at Harrods?

At Harrods, learning is not one-size-fits-all. In Back of House roles, your career can grow in different directions depending on your experience, strengths and interests.

A Harrods kitchen offers a setting where people can learn from skilled colleagues and build a career with real depth. Our learning and development opportunities ensure you can grow your career in any way you want to. 

Explore back of house jobs and kitchen careers at Harrods

Back of House at Harrods is for people who care about food and doing things properly. You’ll thrive here if you understand that great hospitality starts long before the customer sees the finished plate.

At Harrods, our mission is ‘Anything is Possible’. In our kitchens, production spaces and food teams, you can bring this mission to life. Uniquely You, Together Harrods. 

Explore our latest Back of House jobs or browse our Chefs and Hospitality jobs today.