Commis Chef

Quod Restaurant & Bar; Oxford, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 36,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the heart of Oxford is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive environment, where culinary creativity is encouraged. You'll be part of a bustling restaurant that prides itself on delivering memorable dining experiences, all while working with seasonal ingredients. With a sensible shift pattern and competitive pay, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their culinary career in a thriving atmosphere.

Benefits

Meals on Duty

50% Discount on Food

Up to £700 Recruitment Incentive

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension Scheme

Uniform Provided

28 Days Holiday

Paid Day Off on Birthday

Team Awards and Prizes

Discounted Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Experience in similar restaurants is beneficial.
• Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Confidence in running a section during service.
• Maintain prep levels appropriate to service.
• Ensure all deliveries are put away and stock is rotated.

Skills

Time Management

Cooking Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Knowledge of Seasonal Ingredients

Job description

Quod is an independent, bustling, city centre restaurant, bar & terrace with over 250 seats. Located on Oxford’s famous High Street, Quod is open all day, every day serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner. The menu consists of European classics with an emphasis on British produce. The busy restaurant, with a high level of repeat business, is open every day of the year.

Quod is part of ‘The Oxford Collection’; a small, privately owned group of luxury hotels and restaurants in central Oxford, comprising Gees Restaurant & Bar, the Old Parsonage Hotel, Parsonage Grill, the Old Bank Hotel and Quod Restaurant & Bar.

We offer support, training, and development opportunities to help your career flourish. We believe that investment in each and every one of our ‘collectives’ is key to the success of our business and the happiness of our customers. As a member of the team, we are looking for an exceptional candidate who shares these values.

We are looking for a Commis Chef to join the kitchen team run by Rohan Kashid, Head Chef at Quod and Head of Menu Development at The Oxford Collection.Part-time and weekend hours may also be considered.

The ideal candidate will:

• Thrive on giving guests a memorable experience
• Be passionate and knowledgeable about food
• Be able to work under pressure
• Have effective time management skills

Typical duties of this role are:

• Confidence in running a section during service
• Following recipe and presentation specifications
• Maintain prep levels appropriate to service
• Ensure all deliveries are put away as soon as they arrive and stock is rotated using the First In First Out method checking “Use by Dates”
• Attend and participate in all team meetings

Requirements for the Commis Chef position:

• Working under intense pressure
• Passionate about cooking seasonal ingredients
• Experience in similar restaurants is beneficial although full training will be provided

We offer a sensible shift pattern across a 45-hour working week (Monday to Sunday rota with two days off) with an OTE up to £15.04 per hour, £35,194 per annum.

Based on 45 hours per week, and including non-contractual tronc (service charge).

Part-time and weekend hours may also be considered.

Commis Chef Benefits:

• Meals on duty
• 50% discount on food within our restaurants
• Up to £700 recruitment incentive
• Membership in our Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action
• Pension scheme
• Opportunities to develop within the Company
• Uniform provided
• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays per annum (pro-rata)
• A paid day off on your birthday
• Team awards and prizes
• Hospitality Rewards: offering discounted gym membership, high-street and online shopping discounts, discounted vouchers, a cashback card, and 24/7 online GP service

Eligibility to work within the UK must be proven and two references should be available on request.