Commis Chef

Red Carnation Hotels; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Red Carnation Hotels as a Commis Chef for the opening of a new 5-star hotel in Edinburgh. This full-time role involves cooking high-quality dishes, ensuring ingredient quality, and supporting senior chefs in a dynamic kitchen environment. Enjoy competitive perks including professional training, discounts, and a rewarding bonus scheme.

Benefits

Professional training and development

Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme up to £600

Free meals on duty

30% discount on food and 25% on beverages

Uniform and dry cleaning provided

Holiday allowance up to 25 days

Two paid volunteering days annually

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition incentives (Employee of the Month up to £200)

Discounted hotel stays globally

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a culinary hotel environment required.

Responsibilities

• Cooking and preparing high-quality menu items in a timely manner.
• Completing mise-en-place for your section.
• Supporting the Senior Chef de Partie in daily operations.

Skills

Cooking high-quality menu items

Mise-en-place

Operating kitchen equipment

Ingredient quality assurance

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Commis Chef

Brand New Opening in Edinburgh

Be part of something extraordinary! Join us for the opening of our iconic 5-star hotel at 100 Princes Street in Edinburgh, Scotland.

We are looking for a Commis Chef. This is a full-time role and will report to the Senior Chef de Partie and Head Chef.

Working pattern: Shift work / Monday to Sunday / 5 days per week with 2 days off / rotas are prepared weekly.

Requirements: Previous experience in a similar culinary hotel environment.

As a Commis Chef, your responsibilities will include:

• Cooking and preparing high-quality menu items in a timely manner
• Completing mise-en-place for your section
• Ensuring ingredients are of the highest quality and staying updated with new products, recipes, and techniques
• Informing the Head Chef of excess food items for daily specials
• Operating kitchen equipment safely and responsibly
• Preparing fresh ingredients according to recipes and menus
• Supporting the Senior Chef de Partie in daily operations

About Red Carnation Hotel Collection: A family-owned hotelier with 19 properties worldwide, awarded for Best Employer (2023), Sustainable Business (2023), and winning the Princess Royal Training Award (2023). We are committed to development and excellence, holding a Platinum Investors in People accolade globally.

What’s in it for you?

• Professional training and development
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme up to £600
• Free meals on duty
• 30% discount on food and 25% on beverages at our outlets
• Uniform and dry cleaning provided
• Holiday allowance up to 25 days
• Two paid volunteering days annually
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition incentives (e.g., Employee of the Month up to £200)
• Discounted hotel stays globally
• Employee events and recognition parties

About 100 Princes Street: Our first hotel in Scotland, featuring 25 rooms and 5 suites, inspired by Scottish explorers. The interiors include bespoke tartans and stunning views of Edinburgh Castle. Facilities include the Wallace lounge and dining room, offering hearty fare, drinks, and afternoon tea.

Join us in this exciting opening! Apply now!

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