commis chef

Leonardo Hotel Management (UK) Limited; Stretton Baskerville; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms

Company-wide recognition scheme

Talent referral scheme

Wellbeing Calendar

Ongoing training and progression

Job summary

Leonardo Hotels is seeking a Commis Chef to join our busy kitchen, working closely with the Head Chef to deliver clean, tasty dishes that delight our guests.

You’ll thrive under pressure, take pride in your station, and show a willingness to learn and grow within a vibrant team that values quality and consistency.

We’re committed to development and wellbeing, with ongoing training and clear progression paths across our UK & Ireland hotels.

Qualifications

• Absolutely love the Kitchen environment and working within a team of Chefs to deliver excellent food and service
• Willingness to learn, adapt and deliver to the high standard of food our guests expect
• Be passionate about your working area and responsibilities
• Be keen to step up when the situation demands
• Have an eagle eye for attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and keep things running like clockwork
• Work as part of a vibrant team to exceed guests’ expectations

Skills

Kitchen teamwork

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Job description

Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be Leonardo Once you’re part of the team, you’re part of the Leonardo community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland! As a Commis Chef you’ll be right in the heart of the hotel, so we want you to take pride in everything you’ll be doing to support the Head Chef and keep things running like clockwork. Take a deep breath because you’ll be stepping into a busy role! You’ll thrive under pressure and see a future working with food, and with our company of course, whilst working as part of a vibrant team to exceed our guests’ expectations.

If you’re our ideal Commis Chef, you will:

• Absolutely love the Kitchen environment and working within a team of Chefs to deliver excellent food and service
• Have a willingness to learn, adapt and deliver to the high standard of food our guests expect
• Be passionate about your working area and responsibilities
• Be keen to step up when the situation demands
• Have an eagle eye for attention to detail

Some of the perks our commis chef could enjoy include:

• Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe
• Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops
• Talent referral scheme
• Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!
• Wellbeing Calendar
• Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression

We’re committed to creating a workplace where every individual—regardless of background, identity, or lived experience—is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.

Why come join us as a commis chef?

We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, “Come Join Us Guest Care” training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you’ll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!

At Leonardo Hotels, our vision is very simple: to be the first choice for everyone who values genuine hospitality!

We are a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We partner with social enterprises to change attitudes towards disability, and provide opportunities ensuring everyone is able to fulfil their potential at work.