Bournemouth - Commis Chef

Ivy Restaurants Ltd; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount 50%

Career development program

Extra holiday after 5 years (up to 5)

Job summary

The Ivy Collection in Bournemouth is hiring a Commis Chef to join a busy kitchen team. You will work under the prep team to ensure daily par levels are met and support senior staff. The role requires good cooking skills, ability to work under pressure and a passion for learning, with opportunities for career development and staff perks.

We offer competitive hourly pay with Tronc, a guaranteed minimum of 20 hours, and a 50% staff dining discount for you and up to three friends.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Commis Chef or similar role in a professional kitchen.
• Good culinary skills with a passion for cooking.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Good understanding of food safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes.
• Set up and stock their assigned section with necessary supplies and ingredients.
• Collaborate closely with prep chefs to monitor inventory and ensure correct daily par levels.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas, adhering to food safety.
• Follow instructions from the Senior Management to ensure consistency and quality in every dish.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Skills

Commis Chef experience

Culinary skills

Work under pressure

Food safety

Job description

The Ivy Collection:

The Ivy is established as an iconic destination for fine dining and impeccable service, The Ivy represents elegance, sophistication, and culinary excellence. With a rich history spanning decades, our commitment to exceeding guest expectations remains unwavering.

Job Description:

The Commis Chef will be work on a specific section, working closely with our dedicated prep team to ensure that daily par levels are met.

Working in a large team requires you to work well under pressure and be able to easily take direction from senior staff.

Benefits & Rewards:

• Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc)


• Management Career Development Program which includes online and practical assessments.


• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.


• 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.


• Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.


• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more


• Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Commis Chef or similar role in a professional kitchen environment.


• Good culinary skills with a passion for cooking and learning.


• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.


• Good understanding of food safety.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes.


• Set up and stock their assigned section with necessary supplies and ingredients.


• Collaborate closely with prep chefs to monitor inventory and ensure correct daily par levels.


• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas, adhering to food safety.


• Follow instructions from the Senior Management to ensure consistency and quality in every dish.


• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Join our culinary team and take the next step in your career as a Commis Chef!

The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us:

Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.