Commis Chef

...At Sloane; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a 5-star luxury lifestyle boutique hotel as a Commis Chef, where your culinary skills will shine in a vibrant kitchen environment. This role is pivotal in maintaining the kitchen's smooth operation, ensuring cleanliness, and adhering to health and safety standards. You will prepare exquisite dishes for our guests while working alongside a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional service. With opportunities for growth and development in a stylish, historic setting, this position offers a unique chance to make your mark in the culinary world. If you have a flair for food and a desire to excel, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Base salary up to £28,000

Approximate service charge of £8,000 to £10,000

Increased holiday allowance

Complimentary meal while on duty

HSF Health Plan

Dental cost reimbursement

Optical cost reimbursement

Partner and children coverage

Shopping discounts

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as Commis Chef in a luxury hotel is essential.
• Food Safety and Culinary qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and adhere to health regulations.
• Prepare dishes for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner service.
• Monitor food supplies and ensure proper storage.

Skills

Food preparation

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Teamwork

Prioritisation of tasks

Education

Food Safety and Culinary qualification

Job description

Position: Commis Chef

What will I get?

• Base salary of up to £28,000, based on experience, plus an approximate service charge ranging between £8,000 to £10,000.
• Increased holiday allowance with length of service
• Complimentary meal while on duty
• HSF Health Plan*
• Dental cost reimbursement
• Optical cost reimbursement
• Complimentary coverage for your partner and children
• High street and grocery shopping discounts, as well as discounted cinema tickets and more.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Access to a 24/7 GP advice line and counselling services, including support for dependents.
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Employee referral program for line employees.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Contributory pension scheme*

What will I be doing as Commis Chef?

As a Commis Chef, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen. Your experience in food preparation, attention to detail, organisational skills, and effective communication will be essential as part of our pre-opening kitchen team.

Your primary responsibility will be to maintain order, cleanliness, and adherence to health and safety regulations during your shift. You'll be responsible for preparing dishes for our guests, following specific instructions for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner service. In addition, you will efficiently handle orders for in-room dining and ensure timely delivery to waiting staff. It will be your duty to maintain the correct portion control and ample Mise en place for smooth kitchen service.

As a Commis Chef, you will follow the correct recipes, preparation methods, and presentation guidelines to ensure that all menu items are properly prepared. All purchased and prepared foods must be appropriately labeled, dated, rotated, and stored under hygienic conditions.

Your role will involve monitoring all food and kitchen supplies deliveries, taking note of quality, quantities, prices, and addressing any discrepancies or missing items. Additionally, you must ensure that all food preparation areas are kept clean and in good working order.

What are we looking for?

• Prior experience as Commis Chef in a luxury hotel
• Have a Food Safety and Culinary qualification or equivalent
• Good command of both written and spoken English
• Work well in a small team, taking ownership of their section
• Willingness to have a flexible working pattern to fit in with the needs of the business. Restaurant pre-opening experience appreciated
• Have the ability to prioritise different tasks and requests

Who are we?

We are a 5-star luxury lifestyle boutique hotel located in the heart of Chelsea. Set in a 19th century building next to Sloane Square station and featuring a rooftop restaurant, an intimate cocktail bar, and thirty exceptionally designed bedrooms, the property has been elegantly restored to create unique experiences.

Within one of London’s most stylish interiors, the hotel combines the quintessentially British style of the Cadogan Estate with a unique French touch. Designed as an exceptional and inspiring destination, it highlights the distinguished and historic pedigree of the Sloane Square Conservation Area in a private and intimate setting.

Independently run, the hotel employs passionate, focused individuals with a determination to succeed. To assist us in hosting our wonderful clients, we are on the search for the ambassadors of this truly unique property. They will be given the opportunity to make their own mark while delivering an exceptional service of unparalleled quality.