Commis Chef

Leonardo Hotels UK & Ireland; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel chain is seeking a Commis Chef in Middlesbrough. In this busy role, you will support the Head Chef and ensure smooth kitchen operations while delivering high-quality food. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking, be detail-oriented, and enjoy teamwork. This position offers various perks, including special hotel rates and employee recognition programs.

Benefits

Special rates on hotel rooms

Company-wide recognition scheme

Meals on duty

Talent referral bonus

Employee celebrations and events

Access to Pension Scheme

Ongoing training programs

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and adapt to high standards.
• Love for the kitchen and teamwork essential.
• Eagle eye for attention to detail is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in kitchen operations.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality food and service.
• Step up when required to maintain standards.

Skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Passion for cooking

Job description

Overview

Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be Leonardo

As a Commis Chef you’ll be right in the heart of the hotel, so we want you to take pride in everything you’ll be doing to support the Head Chef and keep things running like clockwork. Take a deep breath because you’ll be stepping into a busy role! You’ll thrive under pressure and see a future working with food, and with Leonardo Hotels of course, whilst working as part of a vibrant team to exceed our guests’ expectations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and assist in keeping kitchen operations running smoothly in a busy hotel environment.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality food and service as part of a team.
• Be attentive to detail and prepared to step up when the situation demands.

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

• Be yourself!
• Absolutely love the kitchen environment and working within a team of chefs to deliver excellent food and service.
• Willingness to learn, adapt and meet the high standard of food guests expect.
• Be passionate about your working area and responsibilities.
• Be keen to step up when the situation demands.
• Have an eagle eye for attention to detail.

Perks and Benefits

• Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe: plan that city break you’ve been dreaming of.
• Company-wide recognition scheme with vouchers for high street shops.
• Meals on duty.
• Talent referral scheme: earn a bonus for recommending a friend to join us.
• Regular celebrations and events, including Thank You Week and annual Employee Awards Celebration.
• Access to Pension Scheme, Life Assurance and Wellbeing Support.
• Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression.