Commis Chef

North Lakes Hotel & Spa; Penrith; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join their skilled kitchen team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop culinary skills under the guidance of an experienced Head Chef. You'll be involved in preparing a diverse menu, from full breakfasts to exquisite three-course meals, ensuring high-quality experiences for guests. With a focus on fresh ingredients and cooking from scratch, this position is ideal for someone eager to embark on a rewarding culinary career with ample training and progression opportunities. Join a supportive environment where your culinary journey can truly flourish.

Benefits

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 with fresh ingredients is beneficial.
• A flair for cooking is essential.

Responsibilities

• Control the order and storage of food supplies.
• Participate in food preparation and presentation.

Skills

Cooking from scratch

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Culinary training

Job description

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

As a Commis Chef, you will take your first steps to becoming a vital part of our high-performing brigade. You will spend 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, including:

• A competitive salary, negotiable depending 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. While we have recipes to follow, a flair for cooking is essential. We offer training academies with nationally recognized qualifications to help you advance your career.

If you are a team player committed to achieving the very best, this could be the role for you. We are seeking someone with a passion for food and the drive to develop. This is a great opportunity for someone with a natural drive for excellence who is seeking their first step in a culinary career.

As a Commis Chef, you will have an eye for detail and be able to multitask. Our menu varies greatly, from full breakfasts to three-course meals, and we aim to provide a high-quality experience that encourages guests to return.

Your day-to-day as a Commis Chef:

• Controlling the order and storage of food supplies
• Participating in the preparation and presentation of food for service
• Adhering to food safety standards
• Assisting the kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service
• Continuing your development by acquiring new skills