Commis Chef

Home House; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Employee Assistance scheme

Gym discounts

50% taxi contribution for late-nightSh

Job summary

Home House in London seeks a Pastry Commis Chef to join our luxury kitchen team. You will produce dishes on time, garnish and portion accurately, and maintain high standards of hygiene and HACCP compliance.

You will manage mise en place and stock, ensuring proper labeling and storage, and support senior chefs during service. We value exceptional presentation, teamwork, and a passion for hospitality in a fast-paced, five-star private members club setting.

Qualifications

• Passion for delivering exceptional service and hospitality.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced luxury environment while staying professional.
• Impeccable presentation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Produce pastries and desserts on time, garnished and portioned to spec.
• Maintain HACCP and food hygiene standards at all times.
• Produce sufficient mise en place and label/store unused items correctly.
• Effectively manage stock and keep food under optimum conditions.
• Communicate shortages promptly to senior staff on duty.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of station and kitchen.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Hospitality flair

Pace under pressure

Job description

Do you strive to deliver excellence in an atmosphere of luxury and sophistication?

Home House, the epitome of elegance and prestige, is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Kitchen team as a Pastry Commis Chef.

Why Home House?

Join our family:Become part of a team that prides itself on delivering unparalleled experiences and setting the standard for luxury hospitality.

Career growth:Elevate your career in hospitality within a renowned establishment, with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

Prestigious environment: Work in one of London's most exclusive private members' clubs in an opulent setting.

Exceptional standards:Embrace our commitment to excellence in service, where attention to detail and impeccable presentation are paramount.

Vibrant atmosphere: Immerse yourself in the unique energy of Home House.

Your purpose

• Produce dishes on time and to the expected standard, ensuring that each item thatreaches the pass is correctly garnished and portioned, presented on the prescribed serving dish.
• Maintain levels of control regarding food hygiene and safety including HACCP at all times.
• Ensure you produce sufficient mise en place for each service and that any unused items are correctly labelled and stored.
• Effectively manage stock and ensure that food is kept underoptimum conditions.
• Ensure that any anticipated shortages are communicated promptly to the senior chef on duty.
• Display the highest standards of cleanliness and organisation of both your station and the Kitchen in general.

About you

• A passion for delivering exceptional service with a flair for hospitality.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and composure.
• Impeccable presentation and attention to detail.

Previous experience in a private members club, five-star hotel or similar luxury environment is preferred.

In return, what do we offer?

• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.
• Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing training.
• Competitive salary and pension.
• Private health insurance and Employee Assistance scheme.
• Gym and retail discounts.
• 50% taxi contribution for late-night shifts.
• Complimentary meals on duty.
• In-House experiences at both Home House and Home Grown.
• Wagestream.
• Full uniform is provided.

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