Commis Chef

Providence; Bala; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the luxury hospitality sector is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. This is a fantastic opportunity for those eager to learn in a Three AA Rosette kitchen that aspires for a Michelin Star. You'll work under experienced chefs, ensuring high-quality food production while contributing to menu planning and development. The role offers a supportive environment in a stunning location, with a commitment to training and development for the right candidates. If you're ready to take your first steps in a culinary career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Share of monthly gratuities

Generous staff discounts

Free meals on duty

On-site parking

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Commitment, enthusiasm, and drive are essential.
• Willingness to learn and flexibility are key attributes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and setup of your station.
• Prepare high-quality food through proper mise en place.
• Assist in stock management and minimize waste.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Food Safety Knowledge

Mise en Place

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

Company Description

Situated next to Snowdonia National Park, Palé Hall is a destination for luxury and culinary excellence. This historic Victorian mansion features 22 bedrooms with plans for significant investment and growth over the coming year, to turn this property into a world-class country house hotel.

Palé Hall offers a great opportunity for a talented and enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. With exciting plans for growth and investment, particularly in our dining options, this is an excellent chance for someone eager to learn and gain experience in a Three AA Rosette kitchen aiming for a Michelin Star.

You’ll have a keen interest in advancing your knowledge of fine dining, with the drive and passion to progress. Under the guidance of senior chefs, you’ll ensure that seasonal, high-quality food is produced efficiently and consistently. We seek a forward-thinking, creative team player who will contribute to menu planning and development, with awareness of health, safety, and statutory compliance.

We welcome applications from those not yet working as chefs but passionate about making cooking their career and looking to take the first steps. We are committed to training and developing the right candidates who demonstrate commitment, a willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic.

As one of the AA Five Red Star hotels in Wales, with AA Three Rosettes and a Michelin Green Star for food sustainability, Pale Hall currently offers two dining experiences: The Henry Robertson fine dining room with tranquil views and tasting menus, and the rustic Huntsman Bistro with a traditional à la carte menu. Our menus are created from locally sourced, sustainable produce, changing with the seasons.

This is a full-time, permanent position, five days a week.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, a share of monthly gratuities, generous staff discounts, free meals on duty, on-site parking, and the opportunity to work in a stunning location with a great team.

Palé Hall provides a supportive and rewarding environment in beautiful rural surroundings, encouraging everyone to reach their full potential within a friendly team. Please ensure you can commute within the shift patterns for this role.

Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Job Description

• Ensure your station and surrounding areas are clean and properly set up.
• Assist in ordering and stock taking procedures as required, in line with company standards and in consultation with the senior chef.
• Prepare well-presented, high-quality food through proper mise en place.
• Help manage stock levels, ensuring rotation and minimizing waste.
• Assist in temperature checks in accordance with food safety policies.
• Communicate effectively with other hotel departments.
• Meet all company and statutory requirements at all times.

Qualifications

• Commitment, enthusiasm, and drive.
• Willingness to learn, with team spirit and flexibility.
• High standards of personal presentation and hygiene.

Additional Information

• Full-time, permanent contract, five days over seven.
• Share of gratuities.
• Meals on duty.
• On-site parking.
• Generous employee discounts.
• Uniform provided.