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Commis Chef

Harts Group

London

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GBP 35,000 - 41,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading group of Mexican taquerias in London is seeking a Commis Chef for El Pastor in Soho. This role involves a passion for Mexican food, maintaining high culinary standards, and delivering top-notch guest service. Join a friendly team dedicated to exceptional hospitality with meaningful rewards, including competitive pay, professional development, and unique benefits.

Benefits

50% Off all Food & Drink
Free Meals on Duty
Company Trips to Meet Suppliers
Increasing Holiday Allowance
Monthly Food & Drink Tastings
Flexible Rotas
Career Development Opportunities
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Packages
Access to Wagestream Platform
Paid Volunteering Day
Cycle to Work Scheme
Wellbeing Support
CODE Membership Discounts

Qualifications

  • Experience as a Commis Chef or Demi Chef in a high-quality restaurant.
  • Good knowledge of menus, ingredients, and allergens.
  • Strong command of the English language.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the highest standards and deliver exceptional guest service.
  • Ensure exceptional quality food and drink is consistently delivered.
  • Manage and exceed guest expectations.

Skills

Guest Service
Teamwork
Knowledge of Menus and Ingredients
Communication in English
Passion for Hospitality

Job description

Commis Chef | El Pastor Restaurant | Soho, London

El Pastor is a small group of Mexican taquerias in London, inspired by the decade the founders spent in Mexico City, running a cult nightclub and searching for the city’s best taco al pastor.

We pour our hearts into top quality authentic produce, making fresh tortillas daily using heritage corn and working directly with suppliers and cooperative farmers in Mexico. We are proud to have been awarded a Star by the Sustainable Restaurant Association.

This ethos is felt by our teams, they understand the journey of the ingredients and how important they are to the dishes they serve. El Pastor is deeply invested in sourcing the most wonderful mezcals and tequilas and making every day a fiesta.

Meaningful Rewards at Harts Group

  • Commis Chef Salary of up to £35,405 based on 48hrs per week
  • 50% Off all Food & Drink across all Harts Group
  • Sit down meals with you and your team / Free meals on duty
  • Company trips to meet our Top suppliers in Mexico, Spain and across the UK
  • Increasing holiday allowance on top of your 28 days paid holidays
  • Monthly food & drink tastings to keep your tastebuds busy
  • Flexible rotas wherever possible, full- and part-time positions available
  • Career development, 1-on-1 coaching and training opportunities
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity packages
  • Access to Wagestream Platform where you can access your wages early and manage your money
  • A paid volunteering day to support our communities and causes that matter to you
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Access to Hospitality Action to support your wellbeing in and out of work
  • CODE membership with amazing discounts in the Hospitality Industry
  • Test drive our new openings, you are invited to a brilliant meal with the teams from our other Restaurants
  • Working with a great group of individuals where you can be yourself and enjoy your career

Harts Group Way

We’re excited to hear from candidates who bring curiosity, commitment, and a passion for Hospitality. We believe in creating an inclusive, diverse, and equal workplace where everyone is valued. In return, we offer competitive salaries, opportunities for career development, and continuous training, all within a supportive and friendly team where camaraderie and mutual respect are at the heart of everything we do.

The Commis Chef Role

  • Experience working as a Commis Chef or Demi Chef at a fast-paced high quality Restaurant
  • Interest and love for Mexican food and culture
  • Consistently maintain the highest standards and deliver exceptional guest service
  • Be the face of a Group known for its’ warm welcome and guest care
  • Managing and exceeding guest expectations
  • Strong command of English language
  • Managing and exceeding guest expectations
  • Good command of English language
  • Good knowledge of our menus, ingredients, and allergens
  • Strong team ethic showing respect for your colleagues
  • Ensure exceptional quality food and drink is consistently delivered
  • Passion for the Hospitality Industry and your own development is a must

Harts Group is a community of talented individuals, creating award-winning food, drink and offering industry-leading service. The portfolio includes Barrafina, Parrillan, Quo Vadis, El Pastor Restaurants, The Drop, Two Drops, and Bar Daskal in London.

Apply for the Commis Chef role today and a dedicated member of our talent team will be in touch.
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