Commis Chef

Gather & Gather UK; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Nottingham is looking for an ambitious Commis Chef to join their team. You'll prepare high-quality food while collaborating with a passionate team. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for development. If you're a great communicator with a passion for food, we'd love to have you on board.

Benefits

Great operational training and development

Life assurance scheme

Personal Development and Training opportunities

Wellbeing strategy

Holiday purchase scheme

High-street discount vouchers

Free meals

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare high-quality food.
• Eager to learn and grow in a culinary career.
• Compliance with food handling and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food.
• Maintain a positive brand image.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Timekeeping and reliability

Passionate about food

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Commis Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for CH&CO on a full‑time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a Commis Chef, you will be working in a passionate and hard‑working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for our customers. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

In return we offer support and development to grow within our business alongside a competitive salary.

Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal Development and Training opportunities – We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to some great high‑street discount vouchers
• Free meals

Here’s an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days.

Could you bring your spark to CH&CO? Here’s what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high‑quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
• Helping with general kitchen tasks as directed
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Commis Chef will:

• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
• Passionate about great‑tasting food

CH&CO, a part of Compass Group UK&I, is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!