Commis Chef

Sodexo; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in London seeks a Commis Chef to join their team. This role offers a chance to build a culinary career while providing high-quality food service in a professional kitchen. Working Monday to Friday, you'll maintain high standards and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. Strong communication and a passion for cooking are essential. Enjoy a range of employee benefits, including mental health support and financial tools.

Benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Lifestyle rewards

Discounts for you & family

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work

Paid Volunteering Day

Qualifications

• Experience in standards or compliance environments.
• Basic IT skills required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality food service daily.
• Support kitchen efficiency and hygiene.
• Ensure compliance with company policies.
• Communicate effectively within the kitchen.
• Manage production volumes and waste.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organised and proactive approach

Passion for cooking

Ability to follow recipes

Customer focus

Education

C&G 7061/7062 or equivalent

Job description

• 25 hours per week
• Monday - Friday
• £15.50 per hour
• Complimentary meal provided while on shift

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Job Introduction

Are you passionate about great food and eager to build your culinary career in a supportive, professional kitchen? We're looking fordedicated Commis Chefs to join our team, working Monday to Friday, giving you your weekends free to enjoy life outside the kitchen!

In this role, you'll help maintain our high standards, support the kitchen in all areas, and deliver delicious, high-quality dishes that meet our company's expectations. You'll play a key part in upholding food safety and health & safety systems, ensuring every plate that leaves the pass reflects our commitment to excellence.

What you'll do:

• Deliver high-quality food service daily, following agreed standards, recipes, and procedures set by senior chefs.
• Support the smooth running of the kitchen, maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and safety at all times.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, food safety, and health & safety regulations.
• Communicate effectively through handovers, meetings, and teamwork to maintain consistent service and standards.
• Manage production volumes and waste responsibly while upholding presentation and quality expectations.

What you bring:

• Strong communication skills with a positive, self-motivated attitude.
• Organised and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Passion for cooking and developing as a chef.
• Ability to follow and interpret recipes accurately from senior chefs or development teams.
• Experience in standards or compliance environments, with good customer focus and basic IT skills (C&G 7061/7062 or equivalent desirable).

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid Volunteering Day

Take the next step in your culinary journey - join us as a Commis Chef today!