Commis Chef

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an ambitious Commis Chef to join their talented kitchen brigade at a prestigious hotel in Belfast. This role offers the chance to work in a vibrant environment, preparing exquisite dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients. With a commitment to high standards of cleanliness and food quality, you'll be part of a team that values excellence and creativity. Enjoy a range of benefits including generous holiday, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about culinary arts and eager to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Complimentary overnight stay with dinner and breakfast

20% group discount on food

Wellbeing initiatives including free counselling

Generous service charge

29 days holiday pro-rata

Seasonal parties and gifts

Classroom and online training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a similar role.
• Fully flexible to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and hygiene in kitchen areas.
• Prepare award-winning cuisine from fresh, seasonal produce.

Skills

Food Quality Maintenance

Cleanliness and Hygiene Standards

Ability to Work in a Busy Environment

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Kitchen/Food-related Discipline

Job description

Job Opportunity: Commis Chef at The 5* Merchant Hotel, Belfast

The 5* Merchant Hotel in Belfast, located in the historic Cathedral Quarter, offers a blend of Victorian grandeur and Art Deco modernity. We are seeking an ambitious and passionate Commis Chef to join our talented kitchen brigade.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, hygiene, and tidiness in all kitchen areas.
• Work in a busy environment preparing award-winning cuisine from fresh, seasonal produce.

Schedule

This position includes evening and weekend shifts.

Essential Criteria

• Fully flexible to work evenings and weekends.
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a similar role.

Desirable Criteria

• NVQ Level 2 in a kitchen/food-related discipline or working towards it.

Benefits

• Complimentary overnight stay in The Merchant Hotel with dinner and breakfast in The Great Room Restaurant (*subject to contract).
• 20% group discount on food at The Cloth Ear, The National, and Little Wing Pizzeria.
• Wellbeing initiatives including free counselling through our safe space.
• Generous service charge and paid breaks.
• 29 days holiday pro-rata, including your birthday.
• Seasonal parties and gifts.
• Classroom and online training opportunities.

Join us at one of the province's largest licensed premises operators, working to a high AA standard with opportunities for career progression.