Commis Chef

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

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

ILH Training Academy

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Uniform dry-cleaning

Season Ticket Loan

Workplace Pension

Staff discount

50% hotel discount

Health plan

Job summary

President Hotel in London is looking for a motivated Commis Chef to join our kitchen brigade. You’ll assist with food preparation across all sections and support senior chefs during service, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Based in Bloomsbury, near ILH’s extensive portfolio, you’ll develop culinary skills, learn new recipes and presentation techniques, and contribute to delivering quality dishes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of food preparation
• Previous kitchen experience or catering training
• Willingness to learn and multitask under pressure
• Team player with pride in appearance and food presentation
• Good command of English

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food prep basics

Team player

English proficiency

Presentation awareness

Job description

Commis Chef at President Hotel

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

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.

As Commis Chef you are at the start of your Chef career. Come with your passion for hospitality and work with the rest of your Kitchen team turning everyday ingredients into mouth‑watering meals.

Day to day you’ll support the kitchen team to deliver a consistently high‑quality product through the preparation of food and maintain a clean working area at all times. Follow Chef directions of presentation for all dishes ensuring that all food comes out to a high standard and in a timely fashion. Based in Bloomsbury, you’ll be in the heart of London, with 523 rooms the President Hotel is a special place to be, offering an on‑site restaurant bar and resident theatre show, The Faulty Towers Dining Experience.

In joining our team, you’ll be immediately welcomed into the Imperial London Hotels (ILH) family where we have a rich history of 175 years of hospitality experience creating unique guest experiences.

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.

What we’d like from you

• A passion for all things food! with a basic knowledge of food preparation/ culinary operations
• You may have already gained previous experience in kitchen environment or currently be attending catering school
• Willing to learn and try new things, you’ll also be able to multi-task and work under pressure.
• A team player with a positive can-do attitude you will taking pride in your appearance and the food you and your team present.
• You’ll be supported by your senior kitchen team to help you develop your culinary skills and reach your full potential.
• A good command of English language and the ability to communicate confidently

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
• Workplace Pension
• Team Member flat rate and 50% friends and family hotel discount
• 50% discount across ILH F&B outlets
• Discounted drinks at Blooms Café
• 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

About Us:

We are part of the Imperial London Family of Hotels, a family-run company with over 185 years of history. We’re rewriting the traditional hospitality mindset, paving the way for a fresh approach at our 8 hotels and 9 restaurants in Bloomsbury. Our purpose is to provide authentic London experiences and memorable stays to all our guests, and we believe that starts with the right team.

Are you ready to take your culinary skills to the next level and contribute to our new generation of hoteliers? Please reach out to us today!