Commis Chef

Brentford Football Club; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional football club located in London is seeking a Commis Chef to support kitchen operations. This role entails assisting in food preparation, managing deliveries, and maintaining cleaning standards in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should have experience in food handling, knowledge of health and safety standards, and strong people skills to work collaboratively with the team. Applications close on Sunday 4 January 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in food handling and kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Willingness to collaborate and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the kitchen team with food preparation and cleaning.
• Manage delivery receipts and storage for hygiene compliance.
• Oversee breakfast service operations and lunch counters.

Skills

Experience of food handling

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Commis Chef

Reports to: Executive Chef

Location: Training Ground – Jersey Road

Department: Football Catering

The Club

Brentford FC is a bit different from other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.

Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.

We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.

We play in a new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.

We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Job Overview

• Supporting the kitchen team in basic food preparation
• Supporting the kitchen team in their cleaning routine to maintain a clean and safe working environment

Key Responsibilities

• Managing receipt of deliveries and efficient storage, compliant with food hygiene regulations
• Preparation for breakfast service
• Managing the breakfast service operation
• Supporting Front of House and managing the food counters during lunch service
• Supporting Front of House service operations by replenishing service stations
• Ensuring that any concerns you observe, or are raised with you in your role, are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriate channels

Knowledge

• Experience of food handling and usage of kitchen equipment
• Previous exposure and responsibility to Health and Safety and Food Safety Standards

People Skills

• A self-starter with a high level of initiative and proactivity
• Great communication skills with an ability to motivate others
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Quick learner and able to follow instructions
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Ability to work well as part of a team

General Club Accountabilities

• To comply with all Club policies, including health and safety, data regulations and other legal, ethical and social requirements
• To build and maintain good working relationships while maintaining a professional image
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel
• To always maintain a flexible approach to work

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FC is proud to be an organisation that values equity, diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a culture that celebrates difference and ensures fairness, safety, representation, and belonging.

We recognise that some groups remain underrepresented in our workforce and are actively working to change this. As part of that commitment, we strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds — particularly those from ethnically diverse communities, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and disabled people.

We’re committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process, with all decisions made based on merit and suitability — regardless of background or protected characteristic. Should you be selected for interview, we welcome the opportunity to discuss any specific arrangements, accommodations or reasonable adjustments you may require to be made.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FC is fully committed to promoting equality, and to safeguarding the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and is a core part of the Club’s culture. All staff and volunteers share a collective duty to create and maintain a safe and supportive environment, both on and off the field.

To ensure this, all staff are required to complete regular safeguarding training appropriate to their role. This training supports a proactive and informed approach to safeguarding practice.

The successful candidate will be expected to understand, adhere to, and actively uphold all relevant safeguarding policies and procedures. This includes recognising signs of abuse or harm, responding appropriately, and reporting any concerns in a timely manner to the Club’s Safeguarding Team.

Brentford FC operates safer recruitment practices. We remind individuals that it is a criminal offence for a person barred from engaging in regulated activity to apply for a role that involves such activity.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 4 January 2025