Commis Chef

Chefs for Chefs Ltd; Ilkley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A Michelin starred restaurant located in Ilkley is seeking a Commis Chef to join their successful team. You'll work in a dynamic and friendly environment that prides itself on excellent food standards. The role involves maintaining the Michelin star, managing section stock, and collaborating with the senior team on menu developments. Ideal candidates should have Commis chef experience and be able to commute to Ilkley. This family-run business offers a unique dining experience and values quality and consistency.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Commis chef is required.
• Ability to commute to Ilkley daily.
• Experience in a Rosette/Michelin environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work towards the maintenance of the Michelin star and 3 AA Rosettes.
• Prepare and manage section stock, ensuring standards are met.
• Develop menus using the best seasonal produce.
• Organize and maintain cleanliness of your section.
• Manage time efficiently to meet project deadlines.

Skills

Driven and motivated

Excellent time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to absorb information

Job description

Overview

We are working with a Michelin starred restaurant, whom are the first name when it comes to fine dining in West Yorkshire. The restaurant is based in Ilkley and has held a Michelin star for the past number of years. The restaurant is owned and managed by a husband and wife team that have dominated the food scene in west Yorkshire in their careers. The environment is very friendly and flexible with a down to earth management style. The Food styling has traditional influence but has adapted to modern techniques, offering their diners a unique experience in the region. We are looking for a Commis chef for the restaurant, to join this very successful brigade in pushing forward and developing the business further.

Role responsibilities

• Work as part of the team, working towards the maintenance of the Michelin star and 3 AA Rosettes
• Manage and prepare the section stock, ensuring standards are met and consistency is met from day to day
• Work alongside the senior team to develop menus working with the best of seasonal produce
• Manage the section orders, organisation and cleanliness of any given section
• Develop your skill set in a Michelin star environment
• Manage your time efficiently, meeting working deadlines given

Candidate specification

• Driven and motivated individual
• Want to work in a Michelin starred environment
• Commis chef experience required
• Be able to commute to Ilkley on a daily basis
• Excellent time management
• Good attention to detail
• Able to work as part of a team and from your own initiative
• Be able to absorb information and new skills taught by the chef
• Ideally Rosette/ Michelin experience

The employer

• 45 cover restaurant
• 1 Michelin Star
• 3 AA Rosettes
• Closed Mondays & Tuesdays
• Family run business
• Strong C&B trade