Commis chef

The May Fair Hotel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

28 days holiday per annum

Free hot meals and beverages

Staff nights and discounts

Pension scheme

Training and development programs

Annual events and wellbeing support

Job summary

The May Fair, part of Edwardian Hotels London, is recruiting a Commis Chef to join the Food Production team. You will help deliver high-quality dishes, support kitchen operations, and learn new culinary skills alongside a passionate team at one of our outstanding London hotels.

We’re looking for someone with a genuine passion for cooking, a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate, and the confidence to communicate with fellow chefs to build strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Be passionate about food and keen to learn and develop new cooking techniques.
• Hold a level 2 food hygiene certificate.
• Confidence to communicate with other chefs and build rapport amongst the team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest quality of food is prepared and served.
• Assist in overall quality control across the kitchen and sections as required.
• Be motivated and keen to learn new culinary skills.
• Support senior members of the kitchen brigade at all times.

Skills

Passion for food

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Join the UK’s most dynamic collection of hotels and restaurants

At Edwardian Hotels London, it is the people who create unforgettable memories for our guests. We are always looking for hospitality professionals to join our family and bring new ideas to how we can provide the best possible experience. Professionals who understand and believe in our values: having Integrity, being Ambitious, and always being Quality-Driven. We are looking for talented individuals who want to work alongside likeminded passionate people in a rewarding, fulfilling, and fun environment. We know that your unique talents and ambitions not only can exceed our guests’ exacting standards, but also propel your own career potential in a company that recognises and rewards.

At Edwardian Hotels London we are committed to being the best place to work, so much so that we have officially been recognised as a Great Place to Work. Our commitment to the wellbeing and development of our people is at the forefront of our culture.

We are currently recruiting for a Commis Chef to join our Food Production team at The May Fair.

Overview:

• An amazing opportunity to join one of our outstanding hotels as a Commis Chef.
• As a Commis Chef, you will ensure that the highest quality of food is prepared and served, assist in overall quality control across the kitchen and sections as required.
• Be Motivated and keen to learn new culinary skills.
• Support senior members of the kitchen brigade at all times.

About You:

• Be passionate about food and keen to learn and develop new cooking techniques.
• Hold a level 2 food hygiene certificate.
• Confidence to communicate with other chefs and build rapport amongst the team.

Our Benefits Package:

• Competitive salary
• 28 days Holiday per annum including Bank Holidays increasing with long service
• Complimentary hot meals, salad bar and unlimited beveragesprovideddaily
• Recommend a Friend Scheme of up to £500 per friend recommended.
• Annual complimentary night stays within our hotels
• Preferential accommodation rates for all Edwardian Hotels for Hosts, their family and their friends
• Access to a discount platform for all of the most popular stores and outlets
• Auto enrolment into our company pension scheme
• Regular social events across all hotels
• Annual company recognition events held in January each year
• Wellbeing champions across all of our hotels
• Access to our company doctor for medical appointments and occupational health support
• Access for all hosts to our online learning platform Edwardian Academy
• Opportunities for promotion and a wide range of training programs to support your development

Eligibility

• In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Compensation: Competitive salary