Commis Chef

Hawksmoor Spitalfields; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Tronc on hours

Free meals on shift

50% off food

Income protection

Volunteer days

Wage access

Referral bonuses

Travel discounts

Welfare budget

Training & progression

Job summary

Hawksmoor Spitalfields is seeking a Commis Chef to join a professional kitchen team. You’ll learn from experienced chefs, develop foundational skills in fresh food cookery, and contribute to high standards of quality and presentation in a hands-on role.

You’ll participate in mise en place, support senior chefs, and work under supervision to master Hawksmoor’s techniques while upholding food safety and teamwork in a busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• Maintain high levels of food safety and hygiene
• Assist with mise en place across sections
• Support senior chefs during service
• Cook dishes to Hawksmoor standards under supervision
• Learn open-fire cooking techniques and quality prep
• Contribute to smooth kitchen operations

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and mise en place across sections
• Support Chef de Partie and Senior Chefs during service
• Cook dishes to Hawksmoor standards under supervision
• Maintain high levels of food safety, hygiene and organisation
• Learn open-fire cooking techniques and quality produce preparation
• Contribute to smooth, efficient kitchen operations

Skills

Food safety

Mise en place

Team player

Open-fire cooking

Kitchen operations

Time management

Job description

Commis Chef

Since 2006, Hawksmoor has been the UK’s home of ethically sourced, grass-fed beef, cooked over charcoal and paired with award‑winning wines and cocktails. We’re proud to be a certified B Corp, one of the most sustainable restaurant groups in the industry, and to have been recognised as one of the Best Companies to work for year after year.

As a Commis Chef at Hawksmoor, you’ll be part of a professional, supportive kitchen team, learning from experienced chefs and building strong foundations in fresh food cookery. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll develop your skills across different sections while contributing to consistently high standards of food quality and presentation.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare ingredients and assist with mise en place across sections


• Support Chef de Partie and Senior Chefs during service


• Cook dishes to Hawksmoor standards under supervision


• Maintain high levels of food safety, hygiene and organisation


• Learn open‑fire cooking techniques and quality produce preparation


• Contribute to smooth, efficient kitchen operations

Who You Are

• Passionate about food and eager to develop your skills


• Organised, reliable and willing to learn


• Calm and focused in a busy kitchen environment


• A team player who takes pride in doing things properly


• Previous kitchen experience is helpful but not essential, full training provided

Our Values

• Welcome Everyone - We create warm, inclusive spaces where people feel genuinely welcome.


• Work Hard and Be Nice to People - We set high standards and treat each other with kindness and respect.


• Hit Hawksmoor Standards - We care deeply about quality and consistency every day.


• Keep Evolving - We stay curious, open to feedback and always looking to improve.

Benefits

• Paid overtime on salaries


• Tronc paid for every hour you work, including holidays and breaks


• Free team meals on shift


• 50% off food at Hawksmoor for you and your loved ones


• Income protection and death in service cover


• Paid annual volunteer days


• Stream early wage access and financial wellbeing tools


• Referral bonuses from day one


• Exclusive savings on travel, shopping and experiences


• Restaurant welfare budget for snacks, drinks and support


• Full training and development with clear progression opportunities

We’re building a team that reflects the richness and diversity of the communities we serve. At Hawksmoor, we welcome everyone and believe in creating a workplace where individuality is celebrated, kindness is key and high standards are met together. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.