Aspiring Pastry Sous Chef — Lead, Create & Elevate Desserts

Wshgroup; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

BaxterStorey is hiring a Commis Chef to join our kitchen team in Greater London. You will be responsible for food preparation, station management, and helping maintain high standards of quality and safety across dishes.

You will collaborate with the head chef on menu development, support junior staff, and ensure cleanliness and organization of your station in line with policies and procedures. We value teamwork and a positive, proactive approach to hospitality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Commis Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation - prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all time.
• Station Management - oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensuring cleanliness in line with policies and procedures.
• Quality Control - maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times.
• Team Collaboration - communicate positively and effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary. Coaching of junior chefs to support development.
• Menu Development - collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation.
• Cleaning and Maintenance - maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order.
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

BaxterStorey is hiring a Commis Chef to join our kitchen team in Greater London. You will be responsible for food preparation, station management, and helping maintain high standards of quality and safety across dishes.

You will collaborate with the head chef on menu development, support junior staff, and ensure cleanliness and organization of your station in line with policies and procedures. We value teamwork and a positive, proactive approach to hospitality.