Commis Chef

El Pastor Ltd; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Mexican restaurant group in London is seeking a Commis Chef to join its vibrant team. The role requires experience in a fast-paced high-quality restaurant and a genuine love for Mexican food and culture. Candidates should demonstrate exceptional service skills, a strong command of the English language, and a commitment to team collaboration. The position offers competitive pay up to £35,405, benefits like flexible schedules, culinary training, and more to foster personal and professional development.

Benefits

50% Off all Food & Drink across all Harts Group

Free meals on duty

Flexible rotas

Career development opportunities

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity packages

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to Hospitality Action for wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced high-quality restaurant.
• Consistently maintain the highest standards and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Good knowledge of menus, ingredients, and allergens.

Responsibilities

• Manage and exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure exceptional quality food and drink is consistently delivered.
• Act as the face of a group known for warm welcomes.

Skills

Experience as a Commis Chef or Demi Chef

Interest in Mexican food and culture

Strong team ethic

Strong command of English language

Job description

Commis Chef | El Pastor Restaurant | Soho, London

El Pastor is a small group of Mexican taquerias in London, inspired by the decade the founders spent in Mexico City, running a cult nightclub and searching for the city’s best taco al pastor.

We pour our hearts into top quality authentic produce, making fresh tortillas daily using heritage corn and working directly with suppliers and cooperative farmers in Mexico. We are proud to have been awarded a Star by the Sustainable Restaurant Association. This ethos is felt by our teams, they understand the journey of the ingredients and how important they are to the dishes they serve. El Pastor is deeply invested in sourcing the most wonderful mezcals and tequilas and making every day a fiesta.

Meaningful Rewards at Harts Group

• Commis Chef Salary of up to £35,405 based on 48hrs per week
• 50% Off all Food & Drink across all Harts Group
• Sit down meals with you and your team / Free meals on duty
• Company trips to meet our Top suppliers in Mexico, Spain and across the UK
• Increasing holiday allowance on top of your 28 days paid holidays
• Monthly food & drink tastings to keep your tastebuds busy
• Flexible rotas wherever possible, full- and part-time positions available
• Career development, 1-on-1 coaching and training opportunities
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity packages
• Access to Wagestream Platform where you can access your wages early and manage your money
• A paid volunteering day to support our communities and causes that matter to you
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to Hospitality Action to support your wellbeing in and out of work
• CODE membership with amazing discounts in the Hospitality Industry
• Test drive our new openings, you are invited to a brilliant meal with the teams from our other Restaurants
• Working with a great group of individuals where you can be yourself and enjoy your career

Harts Group Way

We’re excited to hear from candidates who bring curiosity, commitment, and a passion for Hospitality. We believe in creating an inclusive, diverse, and equal workplace where everyone is valued. In return, we offer competitive salaries, opportunities for career development, and continuous training, all within a supportive and friendly team where camaraderie and mutual respect are at the heart of everything we do.

The Commis Chef Role

• Experience working as a Commis Chef or Demi Chef at a fast‑paced high‑quality Restaurant
• Interest and love for Mexican food and culture
• Consistently maintain the highest standards and deliver exceptional guest service
• Be the face of a Group known for its warm welcome and guest care
• Managing and exceeding guest expectations
• Strong command of English language
• Good knowledge of our menus, ingredients, and allergens
• Strong team ethic showing respect for your colleagues
• Ensure exceptional quality food and drink is consistently delivered
• Passion for the Hospitality Industry and your own development is a must

Harts Group is a community of talented individuals, creating award‑winning food, drink and offering industry‑leading service. The portfolio includes Barrafina, Parrillan, Quo Vadis, El Pastor Restaurants, The Drop, Two Drops, and Bar Daskal in London.

Apply for the Commis Chef role today and a dedicated member of our talent team will be in touch.