COMMIS CHEF

Leonardo Hotels UK & Ireland; Exeter; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel chain in Exeter is seeking a Commis Chef to support the Head Chef in running the kitchen and delivering high-quality food. Ideal candidates should thrive under pressure, be passionate about food, and work well in a team. This position offers various employee benefits including hotel rates and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Special rates on hotel rooms

Recognition scheme with vouchers

Meals on duty

Talent referral bonus

Employee awards and celebrations

Access to Pension Scheme

Job-related training programs

Qualifications

• Contribute positively to the team environment.
• Passionate about working with a team to deliver excellent food.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to high standards.
• Attention to detail and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in running kitchen operations.
• Work as part of a team to deliver high-quality food.

Job description

Overview

Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be Leonardo

As a Commis Chef you’ll be in the heart of the hotel, supporting the Head Chef and helping to keep operations running smoothly. You’ll thrive under pressure in a busy role and see a future working with food and Leonardo Hotels as part of a vibrant team that aims to exceed our guests’ expectations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and assist in running the kitchen during service.
• Work as part of a team to deliver high-quality food and service, maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen.

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

• Be yourself and contribute positively to the team environment.
• Love the kitchen environment and enjoy working with a team of chefs to deliver excellent food and service.
• Willingness to learn, adapt and meet the high standards expected by our guests.
• Be passionate about your area of responsibility and be prepared to step up when needed.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to tasks.

Benefits

• Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe
• Company-wide recognition scheme with vouchers for high street shops
• Meals on duty
• Talent referral scheme with a bonus for referrals
• Regular celebrations and employee awards; Thank You Week and annual celebrations
• Access to the Company Pension Scheme, Life Assurance and Wellbeing Support
• Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression

About Leonardo

Our story: Leonardo Hotels operates over 230 hotels across Europe and Israel, with a strong UK presence. We place a big emphasis on career development and recruit for personality—how you interact with others and demonstrate our values: Consistent, Friendly, Genuine, Positive and Willing. All team members are valued and encouraged to participate in activities and celebrations. We offer extensive employee benefits, including hotel discounts and performance-based rewards via our Leo Points system.