Commis Chef

Convene; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Convene is seeking a dedicated Commis Chef to join its culinary team in London. The role involves food preparation and presentation, ensuring high standards of service and compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in fast-paced catering environments and a passion for culinary excellence.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Pension scheme participation

Wellness subsidy

Cycle to Work savings

Dynamic team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume catering environments.
• Ability to follow health and safety regulations.
• Strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food for the restaurant and events.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Assist the head chef during service periods.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Health & Safety Compliance

Job description

Please note: candidate must currently reside in the UK and be able to work in the UK without sponsorship.

We’re looking for a Commis Chef to join Convene’s prestigious culinary team. This position requires experience in high-volume environments with a focus on presentation and conference-style catering.

What You’ll Do:

Food Preparation

• Ensure the prompt service of all meals and services at the required times, meeting company standards and ensuring delegate satisfaction.
• Assist the Head Chef in preparing and presenting food for consumption in the restaurant and during service periods.
• Follow recognised catering standards for preparation and presentation under the guidance of the Head Chef.
• Prepare for and assist at special functions, which may occur outside normal working hours.

Operational and Customer Service

• Attend daily menu briefings.
• Respond promptly to client requests and comments, reporting to the Head Chef as needed.
• Assist the Head Chef with service on hot counters, ensuring standards are met and client requirements are exceeded.
• Collaborate with the front of house team to maintain effective stock rotation.
• Record wastage accurately and take steps to minimise it under the guidance of the Head Chef.

Health & Safety

• Adhere to all venue and statutory health, safety, and fire regulations.
• Maintain high standards of personal and general cleanliness and hygiene.
• Wear the correct uniform at all times.
• Follow safety and hygiene regulations, including COSHH and HACCP.
• Report defective or hazardous equipment immediately.
• Secure stores and areas of potential loss at all times.
• Report any loss to the General Manager immediately.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform any reasonable management requests, including duties of the Chef de Partie in their absence.
• Build good working relationships across the venue team.
• Support the team during client events outside normal hours and weekends.
• Attend company events and training sessions as required.
• Assist with food preparation, serving, hygiene, and system operations.

Who We Are:

Convene is a global hospitality company managing a portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on transforming how people meet, work, and gather. It offers diverse venues, including event spaces, meeting rooms, and flexible offices, with on-site culinary and hospitality services. With nearly 40 locations worldwide, we are committed to fostering human-to-human connections.

• Benefits include generous paid time off, pension scheme contributions, wellness subsidies, Cycle to Work discounts, and opportunities for growth and impact.

Convene values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.

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