Apprentice Commis Chef

PPHE Hotel Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Annual staff parties

Free dry cleaning for work uniform

Ride to Work scheme

Job summary

PPHE Hotel Group is offering an Apprentice Commis Chef program in Greater London. The 15-month apprenticeship combines hands-on kitchen work with college studies, requiring full-time Right to Work in the UK and a commitment to training.

You will attend college one day per week to complete Level 2 Commis Chef while supporting the kitchen team with food preparation, cooking and service, learning costs, waste reduction, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in food and cooking
• Attend college 1 day per week for Level 2 Commis Chef
• Demonstrate adaptability and teamwork
• Understand cost and quality control in kitchen operations

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to hotel standards
• Assist with kitchen tasks and stock prep
• Collaborate with teams to ensure guest satisfaction
• Adapt to changing demand and priorities in a fast-paced kitchen

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Commis Chef programme

Job description

We are looking for ambitious Apprentice Commis Chefs with a passion for delivering consistent, high-quality food in a fast-paced kitchen. The program will last 15 months, as our Apprentice Commis Chef you will receive a training programme which will aim to broaden your horizon and sustainably practice your culinary skills.

The 15-month Apprentice Commis Chef Programme will be based in our hotels and includes:

• Salary: £13.36 per hour plus Tronc
• On-the-job training and guidance
• Cooking competitions and supplier visits
• Heavily discounted hotel rates (extends to the Radisson Hotel Group and family & friends)
• F&B discounts at our restaurants and bars (for your whole party)
• 30 days of holiday per year (Pro-rata) - including bank holidays, increasing with years of service
• Access to 40% of your pay before payday through Wagestream
• Recommend a friend scheme – up to £750!
• Vitality at work scheme with great gym discounts & more
• Ride to Work scheme & free cycling lessons
• 24/7 employee assistance programme
• Rota given 2 weeks in advance
• Departmental productivity & service incentive scheme
• Benefit Hub – Discounted prices at hundreds of stores, supermarkets, major retailers, attractions, restaurants, and cinemas.
• Free dry cleaning for work uniform
• Annual Staff parties and events

As an Apprentice Commis Chef, you will:

• Possess full-time Right to Work status in the UK and have been a resident for at least 3 years
• Have a strong interest in food - preparing and cooking ingredients
• Attend college 1 day per week to complete your Level 2 Commis Chef programme
• Complete tasks relevant to but not limited to the kitchen function in an efficient way, preparing and cooking food orders in accordance with the hotel menu, delivering on time, and liaising with relevant teams to ensure guest satisfaction
• Proactively assists in preparing, serving and storing all products to ensure the best quality, in a cost-effective and efficient manner, considering food costs within specified budgets, and minimising wastage
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability when personalising external and internal guests’ needs and the changing demand and priorities of the business
• Create a welcoming atmosphere and personalised service for each individual external and internal guest having an eye for detail and responding appropriately to guest and leadership feedback
• Have previous paid or work experience in a professional kitchen (desirable) or demonstrate a clear passion for the culinary arts
• Share our values: Trust, Respect, Teamwork, Enthusiasm, Commitment and Care

Renowned for creating memorable moments, we cater to both leisure and business travellers with stylish guest rooms and versatile meeting facilities which are perfectly complemented by award-winning restaurants and bars.