Commis Chef

Daniel Thwaites PLC; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Commis Chef to join their skilled kitchen team. This role offers the opportunity to develop culinary skills under the guidance of talented chefs, with career progression and a range of employee benefits, including a competitive salary and comprehensive training programmes. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food and a team-oriented mindset.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Wagestream access

28 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Generous employee discounts

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Apprenticeships available

Bespoke training programmes

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience of working with fresh ingredients and cooking from scratch is beneficial.
• Flair for cooking is essential.
• Committed to achieving the very best.

Responsibilities

• Controlling the order and storage of food supplies.
• Preparation and presentation of food for service.
• Adhering to food safety standards.
• Assist the kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Continue picking up new skills.

Skills

Experience with fresh ingredients

Flair for cooking

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

We’re looking for a Commis Chef to join our skilled kitchen team.

As Commis Chef you will take your first steps to becoming a vital part of our high-performing brigade. Spending your days serving delicious food in a well-equipped kitchen, developing your skills under the guidance of our talented Head Chef.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• A competitive salary, negotiable dependent on experience
• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Generous employee discounts
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Apprenticeships available
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment

Who are we looking for?

Experience of working with fresh ingredients and cooking from scratch is beneficial. We have recipes you must follow but a flair for cooking is essential. We offer training academies with national recognised qualifications to springboard you into a career.

If you are a team player who is committed to achieving the very best, this could be the role for you. We are looking for someone with a passion for food and the drive to develop.

It's a great opportunity for someone with a natural drive for excellence who is seeking the first step in their career.

As a Commis Chef, you will have an eye for detail and be able to multi task. The menu in our busy business varies greatly, but it doesn't matter if a guest orders a full breakfast or a three-course meal, we want to ensure they have a high-quality experience and want to return.

Your day to day as a Commis Chef;

• Controlling the order and storage of food supplies
• As a Commis Chef you will be involved in the preparation and presentation of food for service
• Adhering to food safety standards
• Assist the kitchen team when necessary to ensure smooth and efficient service
• Continue on your journey of development picking up new skills all of the time