Commis Chef

Compass Group; Woking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider is seeking a Commis Chef to assist in food preparation and maintain high kitchen standards. This role offers the chance to learn new skills and progress within a company that values creativity and collaboration. Ideal candidates should have a passion for food, some kitchen experience, and basic food preparation skills. Enjoy working in a beautiful setting with benefits including free meals and a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

20 days annual leave

Free parking on site

Free staff meals

Access to training and development

On-site F&B discounts

Qualifications

• Ideally some experience in a kitchen environment, gained from being a kitchen porter or general assistant.
• Basic food prep and knife skills are essential.
• Willingness to learn culinary skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and dishes to required standards.
• Ensure freshness and correct handling of food.
• Follow portioning guidelines and minimise waste.
• Maintain a safe, clean workstation.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Passion for food

Basic food prep skills

Good teamwork

Education

Culinary qualification (desirable)

Job description

Commis Chef

Salary: Up to £27,000 per annum

Location: RHS Garden Wisley

Contract Type: Full-time, permanent, site based, 5 over 7 days per week

As a Commis Chef, at RHS Garden Wisley, you will assist with all aspects of food preparation and organisation while learning new kitchen skills. You will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness, following recipes, and upholding FSMS and H&S standards. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

What can we offer you:

• A collaborative and inclusive culture, where your ideas are valued, and creativity is encouraged.
• The chance to work in a truly beautiful and inspiring setting, surrounded by nature and stunning gardens.
• 20 days annual leave (Excluding bank holidays and national holiday days)
• Free parking on site
• Free staff meals whilst at work.
• Access to Compass Group company perks & benefits.
• Perks for Works discounts and promotions
• Access to training, mentoring and development, with support from our wider Restaurant Associates and Compass Group UK networks.
• On-site F&B discounts.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare ingredients and dishes to required standards.
• Ensure freshness and correct handling of food.
• Follow portioning guidelines and minimise waste.
• Store ingredients correctly.
• Follow allergen, hygiene, and FSMS rules.
• Complete basic checks when trained.
• Maintain a safe, clean workstation.
• Use equipment safely with PPE.
• Work collaboratively with the team.
• Respond positively to coaching and feedback.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Ideally some experience in a kitchen environment, gained from being a kitchen porter or general assistant.
• Passion for food and willingness to learn the culinary skills needed.
• Basic food prep and knife skills.
• Culinary qualification (desirable).
• Good teamwork.

About Us:

Restaurant Associates is a leading premium hospitality provider with an ethos drawn from our history of fine and high‑quality dining in London and New York.

Within our venues team, we provide catering and hospitality services to some of the most iconic visitor attractions and destinations in the UK including the Imperial War Museum London, Glyndebourne Opera House, Knebworth House, Design Museum, Whipsnade Zoo and many more. Within these amazing venues we operate a host of bespoke cafés and restaurants, as well as delivering private events ranging from small meetings to large‑scale ground events of up to 1000 people. You can find a full list of our venues on our website.

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive, diverse, fun, and dynamic place to work with opportunities to collaborate with a wide range of teams plus a commitment to putting our people first. Restaurant Associates is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. As a business, we are committed to sustainability led practices and are proud to have achieved 3 stars with the Sustainable Restaurant Association's Food Made Good Programme.