Commis Chef

Richmond Hill Hotel; London Borough of Richmond upon Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Online perks & discounts

Extra holiday

Gym on site

Meals on duty

On-site parking

Career development

Refer a friend £500

Employee recognition programme

Flexible working patterns

Job summary

Richmond Hill Hotel in London is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join our team. You'll gain hands-on experience across breakfast and lunch, with support from experienced chefs and clear opportunities to grow within Richmond Hill.

You'll work in a dynamic, independent setting where warmth and hospitality matter; we offer a competitive salary (£27,656.30) plus a monthly service charge, perks, and development schemes.

Qualifications

• A hunger for hospitality and going the extra mile.
• Brings their best, authentic self to work.
• Creative approach to the role and ideas can come from anyone.
• Thrive in a dynamic and vibrant environment and deliver exceptional hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and service of breakfast and lunch dishes to the highest standards.
• Ensuring all food is prepared, presented and served in line with company standards and recipes.
• Supporting the kitchen team with daily mise en place and food preparation.
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness standards at all times.
• Monitoring stock levels and helping to minimise waste.
• Working closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service
• Learning from our experienced Chef de Parties and senior chefs to develop your culinary skills and knowledge.
• Contributing ideas and demonstrating a positive, flexible attitude to support the success of the kitchen.

Job description

We're looking for an enthusiastic Commis chef to join our team at Richmond Hill Hotel, an independent Georgian gem overlooking London's greenest borough.

Just a stone's throw from Richmond Park, we're where city buzz meets leafy calm. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and their warmth, energy, and creativity have earned us a place on The Sunday Times' and The Caterer's lists of top industry employers.

Our culture? Award-winning, progressive, and delightfully independent. The building might be historic, but our thinking isn't. We're refreshingly free-spirited and like to do things differently – from our décor to our people. Here, being yourself isn't just encouraged; it's essential.

We believe real luxury is found in thoughtful touches, genuine care, and attention to detail. That's what makes our guests feel truly special.

What’s in it for you…

• You'll enjoy a competitive annual salary of £27,656.30, plus a variable monthly service charge, averaging around £500 per month.
• Access to hundreds of online perks & discounts
• Extra day's holiday for every year you work for us (up to 5 additional days)
• Free use of our onsite gym, meals on duty and parking on site
• Bespoke career development through internal and external training schemes
• Refer a friend scheme, with up to £500 incentive
• Hotel recognition Programme including our Employee of the Month and Manager of the Quarter awards, long service awards, rewards payments
• Flexible working patterns, as well as much more…

What will I be responsible for?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring chef who is passionate about hospitality and keen to develop their career. You'll gain hands-on experience across breakfast and lunch operations, receive support from experienced chefs, and have genuine opportunities to grow and progress within Richmond Hill Hotel.

As a Commis Chef you will play an important role in delivering high-quality food and exceptional guest experiences across our breakfast and lunch services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the preparation and service of breakfast and lunch dishes to the highest standards.
• Ensuring all food is prepared, presented and served in line with company standards and recipes.
• Supporting the kitchen team with daily mise en place and food preparation.
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness standards at all times.
• Monitoring stock levels and helping to minimise waste.
• Working closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service
• Learning from our experienced Chef de Parties and senior chefs to develop your culinary skills and knowledge.
• Contributing ideas and demonstrating a positive, flexible attitude to support the success of the kitchen.

What we’re looking for…

• A hunger for hospitality and going the extra mile.
• Someone that is willing to bring their best, authentic self to work. Rather than reading from a script or putting on a persona, our approach is all about bringing the very best version of ourselves to work every day.
• A creative approach to your role – we believe that a game changing idea can come from anyone, anytime.
• Someone who thrives in a dynamic and vibrant environment and is committed to delivering exceptional hospitality.

If this sounds like a role you could get excited about, we would love to hear from you!

Please note that all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.