Commis Chef

Dorchester Hotel Ltd.; Blacknest; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Complimentary stays with breakfast

50% off at bars and restaurants

£1,000 referral bonus

Social events

Free Meals on Duty

Exclusive discount platform access

Job summary

Became a Commis Chef at Dorchester Hotel Ltd., where you will be part of a team creating high-quality food experiences. The role emphasizes inclusiveness and a passion for excellent service, guided by the hotel's core values.

You'll enjoy a competitive salary along with benefits like complimentary stays, discounts at hotel bars and restaurants, and a referral bonus scheme. This role provides the perfect opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Unique personality and passion for the culinary arts.
• Great communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team and handle solo tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating high-quality food.
• Manage daily tasks to ensure timely food production.
• Bring company values to life in daily work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent food service

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Join us as a Commis Chef at Coworth Park Hotel, recently recognised as one of The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for in 2025. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Commis Chef you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You’ll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award‑winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story.

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary per annum + estate service charge
• Complimentary stays with breakfast included in all 10 Dorchester Collection hotels
• 50% off at bars and restaurants within all of our Dorchester Collection hotels
• £1,000 Refer a friend bonus scheme; including £200 tax free on their first day
• Social events throughout the year, including our annual winter ball
• Free Meals on Duty
• Exclusive Access to a discount platform featuring 1000’s of retailers

What you’ll do

• You will be responsible for assisting the creation of high quality food within one of our many outlets, to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience, whilst developing your own knowledge and skills.
• You will manage your daily tasks to ensure food is produced in a timely manner for guests.
• Our values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us every day. As a Commis Chef you’ll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.

What you’ll bring

• You’ll bring your unique personality and passion to the role and the team.
• You have an eye for detail, and passion for excellent food service.
• Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great communication skills with a strong customer service ethic.
• You enjoy working within a team whilst still having the responsibility of solo tasks.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please contact the People & Culture team at [e-mail].

We also provide support during the recruitment process. If you need us to do anything to support you, such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself, please email [e-mail] so that we can discuss how we can support you through the process.

Job Location

United Kingdom

Reference

2026-6320