Commis Chef

Food & Beverage; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge

Staff hotel rates

Pension scheme

Refer-a-friend £500

Holiday entitlement 28 days

Health plan

Global e-learning

Discounts

Complimentary meals

Job summary

Meliá White House Hotel in London is seeking a Commis Chef to join our kitchen team, supporting senior chefs and ensuring high-quality dishes meet Meliá’s standards. You will help with prep, hygiene, and efficient service in a vibrant, international setting.

We offer a competitive salary with service charge, opportunities to grow across 350+ hotels worldwide, exclusive staff rates, and a generous benefits package including pension, holiday entitlement, and health support.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food preparation role.
• Genuine passion for food, hospitality, and teamwork.
• Good understanding of hygiene, food safety, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, reliable, and professional attitude.
• Willingness to learn, develop, and grow within a global hospitality brand.

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic food items and assist with dish production under the supervision of senior chefs.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and correct storage of food products.
• Follow recipes, specifications, and operational procedures defined by the kitchen leadership.
• Ensure hygiene and safety compliance.
• Support wider kitchen team to ensure smooth service delivery.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Hygiene

Job description

“The world is yours with Meliá”

Joining Meliá is to embark on a journey without borders, where your potential to grow, develop, and inspire has no limits. It’s knowing that the world is yours — with opportunities to build your career across destinations worldwide — all while being part of one warm, supportive, and passionate family.

Commis Chef

Department: Kitchen / Culinary
Location: Meliá White House Hotel, London
Brand: Meliá Hotels & Resorts
Package: Competitive salary + Service Charge

About Meliá White House

Meliá White House is a stylish, modern hotel located next to Regent’s Park, just moments from the world-famous shopping destinations of Oxford Circus and Regent Street. With excellent transport links including Warren Street, Great Portland Street, and Regent’s Park underground stations all within a 5-minute walk, the hotel offers a vibrant and international working environment in the heart of London.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary plus service charge
• Global career opportunities across more than 350 hotels worldwide
• Exclusive hotel rates for you, your friends & family with Meliá Hotels Worldwide
• Generous service charge
• Company pension scheme
• Refer-a-friend bonus (£500 after successful completion of probation)
• 28 days’ holiday including public holidays
• Health cash plan & discounted dental cover with HSF
• Unlimited access to Meliá’s global e-learning platform
• Awards & recognition programmes
• High-street discounts through Perks at Work
• Complimentary hot meals, salad bar, beverages, and laundry on duty

Mission

As a Commis Chef, you will support the kitchen team in delivering high-quality dishes that meet Meliá’s culinary standards. Working under the supervision of senior chefs, you will contribute to smooth kitchen operations, maintain excellent hygiene practices, and help ensure a consistent and memorable dining experience for our guests.

Key Responsibilities – Operational Excellence

• Prepare basic food items and assist with dish production under the supervision of senior chefs
• Complete assigned food preparations accurately and efficiently according to training receivedMaintain cleanliness, organisation, and correct storage of food products in refrigerators and cold rooms
• Ensure all required equipment and ingredients are available and used responsibly to minimise waste
• Follow all recipes, specifications, and operational procedures defined by the kitchen leadership
• Handle kitchen equipment safely at all times, complying with health & safety regulations
• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness in line with company policies
• Ensure all products used meet quality and freshness standards, reporting any issues immediately
• Communicate any operational challenges or service-impacting issues to your immediate supervisor
• Comply fully with HACCP standards and food safety regulations
• Support the wider kitchen team as required to ensure smooth service delivery

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food preparation role (hotel or restaurant preferred)
• A genuine passion for food, hospitality, and teamwork
• Good understanding of hygiene, food safety, and HACCP standards
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• A positive, reliable, and professional attitude
• Willingness to learn, develop, and grow within a global hospitality brand

Because belonging to the great Meliá family is being VIP

At Meliá, our people are at the heart of everything we do. From entry-level roles to senior leadership, everyone contributes something unique. We are all Very Inspiring People, connected by passion, warmth, and a commitment to creating exceptional experiences — and that includes you.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Meliá Hotels International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and accessible workplace for all. Our differences make us stronger and help us build a responsible present and a sustainable future.

Eligibility to work in the UK is required.

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Compensation: Competitive salary