Commis Chef

La Petite Maison (LPM); Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Employee discount

Referral bonus

Pension scheme

Training & career progression

Team building events

Seasonal staff parties

Global travel opportunities

Job summary

La Petite Maison (LPM) is seeking a dedicated Commis Chef to join our culinary team in London. The role focuses on supporting kitchen staff, preparing meals, and upholding food safety standards in a vibrant dining environment.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced kitchen, maintain an organised workspace, and assist with inventory while adhering to high hygiene and safety practices. This is an excellent entry point for those eager to grow in hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high volume kitchen is advantageous.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs with food preparation tasks, including chopping, slicing, and measuring ingredients.
• Help in the cooking process by following instructions from senior kitchen staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area.
• Ensure all food safety guidelines are adhered to during meal preparation and storage.
• Assist with inventory management by checking stock levels and reporting shortages.

Skills

Kitchen teamwork

Food safety

Attention to detail

Communication

Flexibility

Culinary interest

Job description

About LPM

At La Petite Maison (LPM) we believe that the heart of our success is our people. As a leading name in the hospitality industry, we're dedicated to hiring the best talent to create unforgettable dining experiences.

LPM operates in vibrant and dynamic cities around the world: London, Dubai, Miami, Abu Dhabi, Hong-Kong, Riyadh, Doha, Limassol and Mykonos.

Join us and be part of a team that values quality, diversity, and innovation.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and a desire to contribute to a vibrant kitchen environment.

As a Commis Chef, you will play a crucial role in supporting the kitchen staff with meal preparation, ensuring food safety standards are met, and maintaining an organised workspace. This position is perfect for individuals looking to gain experience in the culinary field within a catering or restaurant setting.

Duties

• Assist chefs with food preparation tasks, including chopping, slicing, and measuring ingredients.
• Help in the cooking process by following instructions from senior kitchen staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area.
• Ensure all food safety guidelines are adhered to during meal preparation and storage.
• Assist with inventory management by checking stock levels and reporting shortages.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in a high volume kitchen environment is advantageous, enthusiasm for culinary arts is key.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• A genuine interest in meal preparation, catering, and cooking techniques is highly desirable.

In Return, You Will Be Rewarded With

• Enjoy our amazing staff meals whilst on duty
• Flexible working schedule to ensure you have a great work-life balance
• Treat yourself to a 50% employee discount
• £500 employee referral bonus
• Employee of the month awards and recognition
• Progress throughout the business through our Training and career progression plans
• Secure your future with our Company Pension scheme
• Team building events
• Seasonal staff parties
• Opportunities to travel around the world to our international venues.