Commis Chef

Quest Employment; Watford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday 20 days + bank holidays

Free duty meals on shift

On-site gym access

Free on-site parking

Career progression & skill development

Healthcare & pension

Job summary

Quest Employment in the United Kingdom is seeking an entry-level Commis Chef to join a vibrant culinary team at a historic estate near Hemel Hempstead. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary of £25,000–£27,000 per year, depending on experience, with a shift pattern that covers mornings to evenings.

You will assist in basic food and pastry prep, learn new techniques alongside senior chefs, and help maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
• Enthusiastic team player with strong communication skills.
• High standard of personal hygiene and food safety awareness.
• Must be a driver with full access to private transport (remote location near Hemel Hempstead).

Responsibilities

• Basic Food & Pastry Prep: Assist in preparation and production of dishes, pastries, and desserts.
• Skill Development: Learn new culinary techniques and gain hands-on experience with senior chefs.
• Kitchen Support: Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization in the workspace.
• Quality Control: Follow recipes to maintain food consistency and presentation.
• Stock & Inventory: Help manage and restock ingredients as directed by senior staff.

Skills

Fast-paced kitchen experience

Team player

Good communication

Food safety awareness

Job description

?Location: Near Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

Salary: £25,000 £27,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)

Hours: 5 days over 7 days a week shift rotation (Shifts between 6:00 AM 10:00 PM)

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate, entry-level Commis Chef to join a vibrant culinary team based at a prestigious historic estate near Hemel Hempstead.

Catering to a diverse array of dining experiencesincluding large-scale banqueting, barbecues, high-end restaurant service, and traditional café diningthe kitchen prides itself on using local, seasonal, and sustainable produce. This role offers the perfect environment to hone your craft, expand your culinary skill set, and build a strong career foundation under the guidance of experienced chefs.

Key Responsibilities

• Basic Food & Pastry Prep: Assist in the preparation and production of dishes, pastries, and desserts.

• Skill Development: Learn new culinary techniques and gain hands‑on experience alongside senior chefs.

• Kitchen Support: Maintain high standards of workspace cleanliness, sanitation, and kitchen organization.

• Quality Control: Follow precise recipes and instructions to maintain food consistency and presentation.

• Stock & Inventory: Help manage, restock, and organize ingredients and supplies as directed by senior staff.

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.

• Enthusiastic team player with strong communication skills.

• High standard of personal hygiene and food safety awareness.

• Flexible to cover a variety of shift patterns between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM across 7 days.

• Must be a driver with full access to private transport (due to the remote location near Hemel Hempstead, public transport options are limited for early morning and late evening shifts).

Benefits Package

• Holiday: 20 days paid annual leave + bank holidays.

• Perks: Free duty meals while on shift.

• Facilities: Free access to on-site gym and swimming pool.

• Parking: Free on-site parking.

• Development: Structured continuous career progression and skill development.

• Healthcare & Pension: Access to company pension and healthcare schemes.