Café - Commis Chef - St Mary Axe, London

Lexington Catering; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in catering seeks a passionate Commis Chef to join their award-winning team in London. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Chef de Partie, ensuring exceptional customer service and maintaining high standards in food safety and hygiene. Enjoy a vibrant workplace that values creativity and inclusivity, where you can thrive and grow your culinary skills. With generous perks like free lunches, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career progression, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the catering industry.

Benefits

FREE On-Site Lunches

Flexible Working

Holiday Allowance

Family Leave

Paid Charity Leave

Opportunities for Career Progression

Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits

Life Assurance & Pension Schemes

Exclusive Discounts & Perks

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Catering experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure knowledge of menu and special offers for customers.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of work area.
• Adhere to Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Customer Service Excellence

Catering Experience

Communication Skills

Team Player

Job description

Café - Commis Chef - St Mary Axe, London

Lexington is an award-winning contract caterer focused on providing great food and service to customers. We strive to create an environment where our team members feel engaged, inspired, valued, and enjoy their work.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Commis Chef, you will work alongside the Chef de Partie.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure thorough knowledge of the menu and special offers to provide relevant information to customers and clients.
• Operate relevant equipment safely, reporting any maintenance issues according to procedures.
• Operate the till as required, following correct procedures.
• Keep your area clean, well-presented, and stocked at all times.
• Follow COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety regulations, reporting incidents as needed.

What can you bring? In this role:

• A genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Focus on front-line service.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Catering experience is essential.

Our way of saying thank you…

At Lexington, we value our colleagues and offer generous rewards and benefits, including:

• FREE On-Site Lunches: Delicious and healthy meals every day.
• Flexible Working: Balance work and personal life with flexible hours.
• Holiday Allowance: Starting with 28 days, increasing to 31 days after two years.
• Family Leave: Support for family commitments.
• Paid Charity Leave: Volunteer leave for community involvement.
• Opportunities for Career Progression: Support for growth and development.
• Wellbeing Benefits: Access to mental health support and wellbeing resources.
• Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future.
• Exclusive Discounts & Perks: Discounts on entertainment, leisure, and more, including cycle-to-work scheme.

Why it's great to work for us…

Lexington encourages creativity, boldness, and fun in a diverse and inclusive workplace. We nurture talent and help our people thrive and reach their potential.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome everyone. Please inform us if you need reasonable adjustments or assistance during your application, and share your pronouns if you wish.

Join our passionate, award-winning team serving delicious food to clients in London. Visit our website to hear from our team firsthand.