Commis Chef

The AICS Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An authentic Indian restaurant in Ruislip Manor is looking for a dedicated Commis Chef. The role involves preparing traditional dishes, working with tandoor, and ensuring high food quality standards. Candidates should have 1-2 years of kitchen experience, understand food hygiene, and be able to work under pressure. The position offers comprehensive training, competitive salary, and opportunities for career progression. Flexibility for evening and weekend shifts is required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive on-the-job training

Staff meals during shifts

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Familiarity with temperature recording and food safety documentation.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Work with tandoor to prepare traditional Indian breads.
• Ensure food quality and adherence to safety standards.

Skills

Tandoor experience

Ability to work under pressure

Team player

Understanding of food safety practices

Education

Culinary qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent)

Job description

COMMIS CHEF - AUTHENTIC INDIAN RESTAURANT

Location: Ruislip Manor

Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time

Shifts: Evenings and weekends

THE ROLE

Dedicated cook needed to join a kitchen team at an authentic Indian restaurant. Work alongside experienced team members, preparing traditional dishes while receiving hands-on training. Must have tandoor experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and standards
• Work with tandoor to prepare traditional Indian breads and dishes
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and taste meet high standards
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards
• Complete temperature recording and food safety documentation
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and plating
• Work efficiently during busy service periods
• Follow health and safety regulations
• Learn traditional Indian cooking techniques through training programme

REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Minimum 1-2 years experience in a professional kitchen environment
• Experience working with tandoor
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
• Experience with temperature recording and food safety documentation
• Ability to work under pressure during peak times
• Team player with strong work ethic
• Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and weekends
• Right to work in the UK

DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of Indian cuisine and spices
• Basic knife skills and food preparation techniques
• Culinary qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
• Passion for learning and developing cooking skills

WHAT'S OFFERED

• Competitive salary with potential for growth
• Comprehensive on-the-job training in authentic Indian cooking
• Opportunity to develop culinary skills
• Staff meals during shifts
• Career progression opportunities