Commis Chef

BaxterStorey UK; Oxford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bankholidays

Birthday off

Volunteer days

Grandparent leave

Enhanced maternity leave 24 weeks

Secondary carer leave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Training and development opportunities

Apprenticeships opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

BaxterStorey UK is seeking a dedicated Commis Chef in Oxford to support the kitchen team with precise food preparation, station management, and consistent quality control during busy service. You will follow recipes, uphold food safety standards, and contribute to a positive dining experience for every guest.

We offer comprehensive training, a supportive environment, and opportunities to develop your culinary skills while benefiting from 28 days holiday and our wellbeing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Commis Chef
• Knowledge of some cooking techniques and cuisines
• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes per head chef's recipes and standards
• Station Management – oversee production at your station and keep area stocked and clean
• Quality Control – maintain high quality and presentation of all dishes
• Team Collaboration – communicate with team and support colleagues
• Cleaning and Maintenance – ensure kitchen cleanliness and equipment in good order

Skills

Commis Chef experience

Food preparation

Food safety basics

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Company Description

Title: Commis Chef

Location: Oxford

Salary:£16.72 hrs, 37.5 hrs a week

Benefits:

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week's enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carerleave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why invest in you to develop your professional growth.

As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

Job Description

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Station Management – oversee the production of all food items assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all food handled, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
• Team Collaboration – communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
• Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen ensuring equipment is in good working order

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Commis Chef or display a real passion for food
• Knowledge of some cooking techniques and cuisines
• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. 'Better' is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA,