Commis chef

Accor; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercure Manchester Norton Grange Hotel and Spa is seeking a Commis Chef to support the kitchen brigade with ingredient preparation and general duties. You will assist the Chef de Partie by measuring ingredients, preparing meats and vegetables, and helping with salads and sauces while ensuring quality and timely completion of tasks.

Responsibilities include receiving deliveries, inventory checks, proper storage of items, and maintaining clean and sanitary workstations in a busy hotel kitchen.

Qualifications

• Commis Chef eager to learn and work efficiently in a kitchen setting.
• Ability to follow instructions and comply with health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Accurately measuring meal ingredients for the Chef de Partie.
• Preparing meal ingredients, including seasoning meats and washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables and fruits.
• Preparing basic salads and sauces as directed by the Chef de Partie.
• Receiving deliveries and verifying items match orders and quality.
• Taking inventory of supplies and flagging low stock.
• Discarding expired or spoiled items stored in stock rooms, fridges and freezers.
• Performing basic cleaning duties and keeping workstations sanitized.
• Plating and presenting meal items as instructed by the Chef de Partie.

Skills

Basic cooking skills

Food safety

Inventory management

Preparation & plating

Job description

Company Description

The 4-star Mercure Manchester Norton Grange Hotel and Spa is set in tranquil countryside and its own landscaped grounds. Situated 8 miles from the city centre, this Manchester hotel has 81 contemporary guest rooms, each with wireless internet and satellite TV. The dining options include the elegant Grange Restaurant, or the newly Refurbished Pickwick Bar and Restaurant. The hotel has a spa facility, with an indoor heated pool, fitness room and massage treatments. The function rooms welcome up to 200 guests.

Job Description

Commis Chef

We are looking to hire a hard-working and efficient Commis Chef to prepare meal ingredients for the Chef de Partie and assist with various kitchen duties. The Commis Chef's responsibilities include informing the supervisor of a malfunctioning or broken kitchen equipment, unpacking and organizing deliveries, and mopping up kitchen spills to prevent accidents and injuries. You should also ensure that all food items are properly stored to prevent spoilage.

To be successful as a Commis Chef, you should demonstrate excellent organizational skills and ensure that all duties are completed in a timely manner. Ultimately, an outstanding Commis Chef should be able to follow all instructions and comply with food health and safety regulations.

Commis Chef Responsibilities:

• Accurately measuring meal ingredients for the Chef de Partie.
• Preparing meal ingredients, which includes seasoning of different meats as well as washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables and fruits.
• Preparing basic salads and sauces as directed by the Chef de Partie.
• Receiving deliveries and verifying that all ordered items have been delivered and are of good quality.
• Taking inventory of restaurant supplies and notifying the supervisor of low or depleted supplies.
• Discarding all expired and spoiled food items stored in the stock rooms, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Performing basic cleaning duties and ensuring that workstations are properly sanitized.
• Plating and presenting meal items as per the Chef de Partie's instructions.

Rate of Pay will be between NMW - £10.85 - £12.71 depending on age

Qualifications

Additional Information

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