Commis Chef

Parsonage Grill; Oxford; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a prestigious team at Parsonage Grill as a Commis Chef, where you'll work in an intimate atmosphere renowned for superb British cuisine. We're seeking a passionate individual ready to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen. Full training provided with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Meals on duty

50% discount on food within our restaurants

Up to £700 recruitment incentive

Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action

Pension scheme

Uniform provided

Opportunities to develop within the Company

28 days holiday pro-rata

Paid day off on your birthday

Hospitality Rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar restaurant is beneficial but training will be provided.
• Willingness to learn is essential.

Responsibilities

• Confidence in working on a section during service.
• Following recipe and presentation specifications.
• Maintain prep levels appropriate to service.

Skills

Time Management

Ability to Work under Pressure

Passion for Food

Job description

Parsonage Grill, belonging to the five-star Old Parsonage Hotel, is famous for its intimate, bohemian, and clubby atmosphere. The philosophy focuses on using the best local produce available to create a menu of simple, sophisticated, and essentially British dishes.

Parsonage Grill 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 our kitchen team at the Parsonage Grill. 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, cooking, and seasonal ingredients
• Be able to work under pressure
• Have effective time management skills
• Have a willingness to learn

Typical duties of this role are:

• Confidence in working on a section during service
• Following recipe and presentation specifications
• Maintain prep levels appropriate to service

Requirements for the Commis Chef position:

• Experience in a similar restaurant 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 £14.33 per hour, £33,532 per annum.

Based on 45 hours per week, 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
• Uniform provided
• Opportunities to develop within the Company
• 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.