Commis Chef

Ambitions Personnel; Grantham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Training opportunities

Job summary

Ambitions Personnel is recruiting a Commis Chef for a busy hospitality client in Grantham. This role supports the kitchen team with food preparation, cooking and presentation in a high-volume environment, under the guidance of senior chefs. A genuine passion for food and a can-do attitude are valued.

You will typically work 12:00pm – 9:00pm, 5 days out of 7, with weekends on a rota. The role offers £13.00–£13.30 per hour, permanent full-time employment and opportunities to develop culinary

Qualifications

• Experience as Commis Chef, Kitchen Assistant or Cook is essential.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, cooking and presentation of high-quality dishes.
• Support senior chefs with daily food prep and service.
• Work efficiently in a busy service period and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Experience as Commis Chef

Communication skills

Teamwork

Own transport

Job description

Commis Chef

Location: Hospitality Venue
Salary: £13.00 - £13.30 per hour (depending on role and experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Commis Chef to join our client's busy and fast-paced hospitality team. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic chef looking to develop their skills and gain valuable experience in a professional, high-volume kitchen environment.

Working as part of a supportive kitchen team, you will assist with food preparation, cooking and service while maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and presentation.

Working Hours

• Full-time, permanent position
• 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis, including weekends
• Typical working hours are 12:00pm – 9:00pm, with occasional 11:00am starts

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, cooking and presentation of high-quality dishes.
• Support the senior chefs with daily food preparation and service.
• Work efficiently as part of the kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Maintain your designated kitchen area to a high standard of cleanliness and organisation.
• Follow recipes, portion control and presentation standards.
• Ensure food is prepared and stored safely in accordance with food hygiene regulations.
• Assist with stock rotation, storage and waste management.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, health & safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Help with general kitchen duties as required.
• Learn and develop cooking techniques and kitchen skills under the guidance of senior chefs.
• Work effectively and professionally in a busy, fast-paced kitchen environment.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• Previous experience as a Commis Chef, Kitchen Assistant or Cook is essential.
• A genuine passion for food and an eagerness to learn.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene, health & safety and kitchen best practices.
• The ability to work well under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive attitude, reliability and excellent attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and develop within the kitchen team.
• Own transport is essential due to the location of the venue.

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.00 - £13.30 per hour, depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Immediate start available.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive, professional and dynamic kitchen team.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Excellent opportunity to develop your culinary skills and progress your career.

If you're an enthusiastic and hardworking chef looking to build your career within a professional hospitality team, we'd love to hear from you.

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