Commis Chef - £14.39 per hour

Parker's Tavern; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Free meals on duty

Team member parties

Room and F&B discounts across Marriott

Refer a friend – up to £400

Job summary

Parker's Tavern at University Arms in Cambridge is seeking a Commis Chef to support the kitchen team by preparing dishes and keeping a clean, orderly station. You will rotate between stations and follow the Chef’s directions to ensure high-quality presentation and timely service.

You will learn from senior chefs, develop your culinary skills, and work with a positive team. Good English communication and willingness to learn are essential. Competitive salary and meals on duty are provided.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of food preparation/culinary operations.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills.
• Strong teamwork and communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes to high standards.
• Maintain excellent kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety practices.
• Support senior chefs with daily mise-en-place.
• Ensure stock is rotated and ingredients are stored correctly.
• Help with deliveries and restocking.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Food preparation basics

Team player

English language

Multitasking under pressure

Education

Catering training or school

Job description

ABOUT US

University Arms is a 192-bedroom design-led Hotel situated in the heart of Cambridge, United Kingdom. Overlooking Parker’s Piece is the Hotel’s quintessentially British Restaurant and Bar Parker’s Tavern, Library Lounge, and beautiful 272 square metre wood panelled Ballroom.

Opened in 1834 as a Coaching Inn, University Arms is Cambridge’s oldest Hotel. For 180 years, the Hotel was added to, updated, and modernised in line with the age; however, it was the reopening in 2018 after a four-year £80m full renovation that really positioned the Hotel. It is now Cambridge's 'go to' destination, alluring visitors with the promise of a sense of modern luxury.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING

As a Commis Chef, day to day, you’ll support the kitchen team to deliver a consistently high-quality product through the preparation of food and maintain a clean working area at all times. You will follow the Chef’s directions of presentation for all dishes ensuring that all food comes out to a high standard and in a timely fashion. You’ll move around the kitchen regularly so you can help different chefs and learn more about each station. So, the duties can depend on each station you’re on. Your tasks as a Commis Chef will include but will not be limited to:

THE DUTIES

• Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes to high standards
• Maintain excellent kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety practices
• Support senior chefs with daily mise-en-place
• Ensure stock is rotated and ingredients are stored correctly
• Helping with deliveries and restocking.
• Complying with all health and safety regulations and hygiene standards.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR IN YOU

• A passion for all things food! with a basic knowledge of food preparation/ culinary operations.
• You may have already gained previous experience in the kitchen environment or currently be attending catering school.
• Willing to learn and try new things, you’ll also be able to multitask and work under pressure.
• A team player with a positive can-do attitude.
• You’ll be supported by your senior kitchen team to help you develop your culinary skills and reach your full potential.
• A good command of the English language and the ability to communicate confidently.

THE PERKS

As well as the opportunity to work with a fantastic team in an exceptional property, the position comes with:

• Competitive salary
• Free meals on duty
• Team Member Parties
• Room and F&B discounts across the Marriott portfolio
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £400 for referring them!

RIGHT TO WORK

In line with the requirements of UK immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility to work will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

PAY

£12.79 plus £1.60 per hour