Commis Chef

The Connaught; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

COMMIS CHEF

Jean Georges at The Connaught

Excellent salary and benefits package

We are looking for a passionate Commis Chef to join the team at Jean Georges at The Connaught. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented chef who is ready to take on a new challenge within the outstanding brigade and to develop your career within the award-winning 5-Star deluxe Connaught Hotel.

Internationally renowned Michelin-starred French Chef, Jean-Georges Vongerichten's eclectic, imaginative menus are inspired both by his experiences of the Far East and his signature use of South-east Asian flavours. As Chef Patron, his distinctive take on British and Connaught classics are reflected in The Connaught menus and are influenced by his earlier working life and love of London. Sourcing the best of British ingredients, the menus also reflect the farm-to-table, fresh-from-the-market approach long pioneered by Jean-Georges.

Responsibilities:

As Commis Chef you will be working with the freshest seasonal produce and ingredients, assisting the kitchen brigade in the daily preparation and service of outstanding food and menus. You will ensure that the highest standards are maintained at all times and to ensure that your designated section, equipment and utensils are always kept clean and tidy to the standards required by the team.

Skills and experience:

The ideal candidate will be a great team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to take instructions, and have an absolute passion and commitment to learn using exceptional quality ingredients to ensure the highest standards are achieved on a daily basis. Previous experience gained within a similar role would be beneficial for this role.

Benefits:

In return for your hard work and dedication we offer you:

1. Financial Stability
2. Excellent salary package.
3. Family Friendly company policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
4. Holiday allowance increase after 3 and 5 years of service.
5. Travel Season Ticket Loans.
6. Pension Scheme*.

Health and Wellbeing Support

1. Subsidised monthly Podiatrist and Masseuse treatments.
2. Free online GP video consultations.
3. Flu vaccination vouchers*.
4. Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses*.
5. 24-hour employee assistance helpline.
6. On and off-site Occupational Health Service.
7. Death in Service salary contribution.
8. Various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health.
9. A complimentary state-of-the-art all-day dining staff restaurant serving a range of nutritious meals.

Recognition and Career Development

1. Referral Scheme Introduce a Star where you can earn up to £1,500*.
2. Instant employee recognition and award programme with generous prizes.
3. Employee of the month nominations with generous prizes.
4. Additional paid day off to celebrate your Birthday.
5. Internal transfer and promotion opportunities.
6. In-house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth.
7. Long service awards.

Memorable experiences

1. Preferential room rates of £50 per overnight stay for yourself or your family across Maybourne.
2. Hotel Guest Experience Stay* including an overnight stay and wining and dining at our infamous restaurants and bars.
3. 50% Food and Beverage discount* across Maybourne.
4. Social events (Annual Awards, Summer Maybourne Picnic, Welcome to Work, Annual Staff Party, Annual Staff Children Party, etc.)
5. Wedding and Baby gifts.
6. Retirement functions.

*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.

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.

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