Commis Chef

The Imperial Hotel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

ILH Training Academy programmes

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Complimentary uniform dry cleaning

Discounted personal dry cleaning

Interest free Season Ticket Loan

Team Member hotel discount

50% discount ILH F&B outlets

Employee funded Health Cash Plan

Local Bloomsbury discounts

Early Pay access

Shopping discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

Mental health support

Job summary

The Imperial Hotel in Bloomsbury, London is seeking a motivated Commis Chef to join the Arcus kitchen team. You will assist with food preparation across all sections and contribute to the presentation of quality dishes.

This 40-hour weekly role offers flexible shifts across 5 out of 7 days, exposure to our flagship Arcus rooftop bar, and opportunities to learn recipes, techniques and presentation standards while developing your culinary career.

Qualifications

• Some experience in a professional or commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation across all sections of the kitchen.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation and food safety standards.
• Support senior chefs during service and preparation.
• Learn recipes, techniques and presentation standards.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Job description

Commis Chef The Imperial Hotel London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Role: Commis Chef - Arcus at The Imperial

Location: Bloomsbury, London

40 hours (Fully Flexible 5 out of 7 days weekly rota)

About Us:

This summer, we open the doors to our fully re-imagined hotel, The Imperial - a new lifestyle offering within our portfolio. With 357 bedrooms, multiple dining venues, a workout studio. Arcus is the new destination rooftop bar - this will be a new beacon, bang in the heart of Bloomsbury, London.

About the Role:

We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our kitchen brigade. This role is ideal for someone eager to develop their culinary skills while supporting the preparation and presentation of quality dishes.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist with food preparation across all sections of the kitchen.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation and food safety standards.
• Support senior chefs during service and preparation.
• Learn recipes, techniques and presentation standards.

Who You Are:

• Some experience in a professional or commercial kitchen.
• Passionate about food and keen to learn.
• Reliable, adaptable and a good team player.

What's In It for You:

• 28 days holiday, rising to 33 with length of service (including bank holidays)
• Access to ILH Training Academy programmes, apprenticeships and supported study
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Complimentary uniform dry cleaning, plus discounted personal dry cleaning
• Interest free Season Ticket Loan
• Team Member flat rate and 50% friends and family hotel discount
• 50% discount across ILH F&B outlets
• Employee funded Health Cash Plan
• Local Bloomsbury discounts
• Early Pay access
• Shopping discounts with selected retailers
• Salary sacrifice schemes including nursery care, cycle to work, and technology
• Access to mental health first aiders, wellbeing support and the Employee Assistance Programme

Ready to Build Your Kitchen Career?

If you're eager to grow and develop in a professional kitchen, this could be the perfect next step!