Commis Chef

Exclusive Hotels and Venues; Buckler's Park; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge

Hotel discounts

Food & Beverage dining discount

Free meals on duty

Gym access

Wellbeing resources

Hospitality discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Pennyhill Park in Bagshot, Surrey, part of Exclusive Collection, is recruiting a Commis Chef to join either the Latymer Kitchen or the Conference and Banqueting brigade, where creativity and pride in every dish are valued and growth is supported.

You will enjoy competitive pay with service charge, great hotel stays, 50% F&B dining discounts, free meals on duty, gym access, wellbeing resources, and opportunities for progression within the Exclusive Collection.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for food and hospitality.
• Eager to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic kitchen and knife skills appropriate to the role level.
• Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Creative, attentive, and proud of your work.
• Able to work collaboratively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipe standards and maintain consistency in every dish.
• Keep hygiene, food safety, and health & safety standards at the highest level.
• Monitor the quality of ingredients and finished dishes.
• Adapt to catering requirements for guests, dining experiences, and hotel events.
• Relay feedback from guests and team members to senior chefs.
• Support preparation for Michelin‑standard dishes and luxury dining experiences.

Skills

Basic kitchen skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Teamwork

Creativity

Communication

Job description

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Pennyhill Park and The Spa, Bagshot, Surrey

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Job Introduction

Pennyhill Park in Bagshot, Surrey, a part of the Exclusive Collection, is a luxury hotel and spa known for its elegance and attention to detail. Home to a Michelin-star restaurant, an award-winning spa, and world-class service, it is a place where excellence and attention to detail define every experience.

You will join as a Commis Chef based in either our Michelin Star Latymer Kitchen or our Conference and Banqueting brigade, a team that values creativity, collaboration, and pride in everything they do. Here, your ideas will be welcomed and your growth supported.

At Pennyhill Park, we believe in rewarding our team for their passion and dedication.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay, plus service charge


• Great rates for stays across all our hotels and 50% discount on Food & Beverage dining


• Free meals while on duty


• Free access to the on-site gym and parking


• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing resources


• Exclusive discounts and perks through Hospitality Essentials


• Opportunities for growth, learning, and internal movement within the Exclusive Collection

Key Responsibilities

• Follow recipe standards and maintain consistency in every dish


• Keep hygiene, food safety, and health & safety standards at the highest level


• Monitor the quality of ingredients and finished dishes


• Adapt to catering requirements for guests, dining experiences, and hotel events


• Relay feedback from guests and team members to senior chefs


• Support preparation for Michelin‑standard dishes and luxury dining experiences

Person Specification

• Genuine passion for food and hospitality


• Eager to learn and thrive in a fast‑paced environment


• Basic kitchen and knife skills appropriate to the role level


• Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards


• Creative, attentive, and proud of your work


• Able to work collaboratively under pressure

We are a certified B Corp, committed to sustainability and responsible business practices. At Exclusive Collection, we champion wellbeing, progression, and a culture where people who share our values can thrive.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all individuals with the right to work in the UK. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.