Commis Chef

Sodexo Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Accommodation provided

On-site gym access

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Commis Chef to join our kitchen in Fort Augustus, Scotland. You will assist the Chef in preparing high-quality dishes, following recipes, and ensuring smooth service for residents during a demanding rotation.

This role offers a unique, remote Highland setting with meals and accommodation provided during your rotation, plus access to on-site facilities. A minimum of 1 year in catering and valid Food Hygiene certification are required.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or equivalent required.
• Food Hygiene Certificate (REHIS or equivalent).
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar catering role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and cooking dishes to recipes, standards, and portions.
• Ensure timely service and high food quality and presentation.
• Follow strict food hygiene and temperature controls.
• Carry out stock rotation and help reduce waste.
• Support menu preparation and development.
• Supervise and support junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Catering experience

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2

Food Hygiene Certificate (REHIS)

Job description

Commis Chef

Fort Augustus, Scotland

Pay: £14.87 per hour (Travel allowance provided)
Hours: 73.5 hours per week - 10.5hrs per day
Rotation: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off

Please note: This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be arranged by the company.

Set in the beautiful surroundings of Fort Augustus in the Scottish Highlands, this is a unique opportunity to work in a truly stunning and remote location. Situated at the southwestern tip of Loch Ness in the Great Glen, the village is renowned for its iconic canal locks and breath taking Highland setting, perfectly positioned between Inverness and Fort William.

Role Overview

As a Commis Chef, you will support the Chef/Head Chef in preparing and cooking high-quality dishes in line with company recipes and standards, helping to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations. Beyond technical delivery, your role is central to creating a positive and memorable resident experience. Through well-presented, thoughtfully prepared meals and a consistent focus on quality, you will help create an environment where residents feel welcomed, cared for, and able to relax and recharge.

You will contribute to a kitchen culture that values pride in presentation, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for service, supporting themed dining occasions and experience-led catering that bring variety and enjoyment to village life. By engaging positively with residents during service and working collaboratively with the wider team, you will play an important part in shaping a warm, inclusive atmosphere that reflects a true "home-from-home" experience.

What you’ll do:

• Assist with preparing and cooking dishes to agreed recipes, standards, and portion sizes
• Ensure timely service of all meals and maintain high food quality and presentation
• Follow strict food hygiene standards, including temperature control and record keeping
• Carry out stock rotation and help reduce waste
• Support menu preparation and development
• Assist in supervising and supporting junior kitchen staff
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely, cleaned, and maintained; report faults
• Maintain personal hygiene and comply with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations
• Report incidents, complaints, and food safety issues promptly
• Support training, team development, and daily kitchen operations
• Assist with efficient use of resources and cost control
• Carry out additional duties as required
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors on daily operations
• Support a positive team environment and promote the company’s standards and reputation
• Respond to customer feedback and assist in resolving service issues where required

What you’ll bring:

• City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 (or equivalent qualification)
• Food Hygiene Certificate (REHIS or equivalent)
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar catering role

What We Offer

• Competitive rate of pay
• All meals and accommodation provided during your working rotation
• Free on-site facilities, including a fully equipped 24/7 gym and social bar
• Laundry service available
• Structured rotation: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off

Why Sodexo?

• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme

• 24/7 virtual GP and retail discounts

• Pension and development opportunities

• Inclusive and supportive workplace

Join a team that values you for being you.

We are a Disability Confident Leader employer, committed to supporting disabled candidates and creating an inclusive workplace.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications