Commis Chef

Balham Bowls Club; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Career progression

Staff discount 30%

Team events

Employee Assistance Program

Referral bonus

Birthday off

Cycle to work

Annual party & draws

Parental leave boost

Health plan

Job summary

Balham Bowls Club in Greater London is seeking a Commis Chef to join our busy kitchen team. You will assist with meal preparation, support more senior chefs and help keep the kitchen clean and well organised.

No formal experience required—just a passion for cooking, willingness to learn and strong teamwork. We offer training, career progression, staff discounts across pubs and bars, team events, and generous referrals.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for cooking and willingness to learn.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Previous kitchen experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of meals under the guidance of senior chefs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Help with inventory management and ingredient sourcing.
• Contribute to menu preparation and special events.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Teamwork

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

Kickstart Your Culinary Career as a Commis Chef!

Are you eager to dive into the world of cooking? We’re on the lookout for a passionate Commis Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of meals under the guidance of senior chefs
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
• Help with inventory management and ingredient sourcing
• Contribute to menu preparation and special events

What We’re Looking For:

• A genuine passion for cooking and a willingness to learn
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Previous kitchen experience is a plus, but not required

What's in it for me:

• Training and development
• Career progression and promotion opportunities with regular new openings around the corner
• Get out and about, you automatically get30% discountacross all our pubs, bars and restaurants
• Team trips, regular incentives and socials - a fun, family atmosphere
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support you across those tough times
• Good people know good people - an awesome referral scheme where you canearn up to £1000per successful referral
• Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us
• Cycle to work scheme
• End-of-Year Annual Staff Party & Prize draws!
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave - commitment to working families for our salaried management ensuring that greater financial support is offered for important life moments.
• Health Care Cash Plan- We want you to feel empowered to manage your everyday healthcare costs

Ready to embark on this exciting culinary adventure?

If you’re itching to be part of a vibrant new adventure, reach out today! Let’s set a date to chat your culinary journey awaits, and we can’t wait to cook up some fun together! https://www.urbanpubsandbars.com/