Commis Chef

Valor Hospitality Careers UK; ST Andrews; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Valor Hospitality is seeking an experienced Commis Chef to join the esteemed kitchen at Seaton House, where modern cuisine is crafted with local produce. The position offers a dynamic work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and benefits including competitive pay, discounts, and wellness programs.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts for friends and family

Valor team member rates at UK hotels

50% discount when dining in our restaurants

Free meals while on duty

Access to high-street discounts

Up to 40% savings on bikes with Cycle To Work Scheme

Generous refer-a-friend bonuses

Caring calendar of wellness activities

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Healthcare Cash Plan options

Fully funded apprenticeship programmes

Internal development programmes

Qualifications

• Experienced Commis Chef with experience in renowned establishments.
• A can-do attitude and love for challenges.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Join a prestigious kitchen team to elevate dining experiences.
• Create memorable meals highlighting local and international food trends.

Skills

Knowledge of modern food trends

Strong organizational skills

Innovative mindset

Education

Relevant culinary qualifications

Job description

£26,000 Per Annum / £12.50 Per Hour, 40 Hours Per Week (5 Days Per Week)

Are you passionate about modern cuisine and inspired by the finest local produce? Join our team at Seaton House, where we enjoy the finest seafood and shellfish from the East Coast of Scotland and beyond, prepared with real love and respect.

We’re seeking an experienced Commis Chef to join our prestigious kitchen team and elevate our guests' dining experience. At Seaton House, we take pride in creating memorable meals that highlight local and international food trends, crafted with respect for our valued suppliers and deep-rooted culinary ethos.

• In-depth knowledge of modern food trends
• A can-do attitude, a love for challenges, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
• Strong organizational skills and an innovative mindset
• Relevant culinary qualifications and experience in renowned establishments

At Seaton House, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a highly respected kitchen, develop alongside skilled chefs, and be part of a team dedicated to excellence. If you’re ready to bring your culinary expertise to our kitchen and create a dining experience that resonates with our ethos, we want to hear from you.

In addition to competitive rates of pay, we also offer:

• Exclusive discounts for you, your friends, and family
• Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just £30 B&B
• Discounted stays for friends and family
• 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars
• Free meals while on duty, keeping you well-fuelled
• Access to high-street discounts on a range of shops, experiences, and more
• Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes with our Cycle To Work Scheme
• Generous refer-a-friend bonuses, starting at £250

Caring for your health and wellbeing, both in and outside of work

• A calendar of wellness activities – from healthy lunches to wellbeing walks and pay day treats, including our annual #HealthyHabits campaign
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing free confidential advice 24/7 for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
• Healthcare Cash Plan options, from just £5 per month

Supporting your hospitality career growth

• Fully funded apprenticeship programmes
• Internal development programmes designed to support your growth within your role
• Monthly and annual team member service awards to recognize and celebrate your achievements

Fancy joining our team?

Valor Hospitality is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Across the UK, we operate 34 hotels under leading brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hotel Indigo, AC by Marriott, and Courtyard by Marriott. We have ambitious growth plans, including three new luxury 5-star hotels opening in 2024.