Commis Chef

Dovetail & Slate Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail & Slate Ltd is recruiting for an entry-level role in a busy professional kitchen located in the North West. You will join a dedicated catering team, assist with the preparation, cooking and presentation of high-quality food, and learn from experienced chefs in a fast-paced environment.

You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety and organisation, supporting stock rotation and basic kitchen administration, and following recipes and portion guidelines to

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment
• A good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior kitchen staff
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure
• A relevant catering or culinary qualification
• A current food hygiene certificate

Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients and assisting with the cooking of dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment in line with food hygiene regulations.
• Supporting senior chefs with stock rotation, storage and basic kitchen administration.
• Following recipes and portion guidelines accurately and consistently.
• Assisting with the setup and breakdown of kitchen stations before and after service.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Calm under pressure

Willingness to learn

Education

Catering or culinary qualification

Food hygiene certificate

Job description

Recruitment for education and the public sector

£26,313 per annum Permanent entry Level Urgent 1 October 2026

Also teaches: Food Preparation Kitchen Operations

Job Description

Permanent

Location: the North West

Salary: £26,313 per annum

About the Role

You'll join a busy professional kitchen, supporting the wider catering team in the preparation, cooking and presentation of high-quality food. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a genuine interest in food and a willingness to learn, working alongside experienced chefs to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment.

You'll be expected to maintain high standards of hygiene, safety and organisation at all times, taking pride in your section and contributing to the smooth running of service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing ingredients and assisting with the cooking of dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment in line with food hygiene regulations.
• Supporting senior chefs with stock rotation, storage and basic kitchen administration.
• Following recipes and portion guidelines accurately and consistently.
• Assisting with the setup and breakdown of kitchen stations before and after service.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment
• A good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior kitchen staff
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure
• A relevant catering or culinary qualification
• A current food hygiene certificate

If you’re looking to build your career in a professional kitchen and bring energy and commitment to the role, we’d love to hear from you.

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• Previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment
• A good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior kitchen staff
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure
• A relevant catering or culinary qualification
• A current food hygiene certificate