Commis Chef - Alain Ducasse

The Dorchester; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary stays

Discounts at hotels

Royal London Pension

Apprenticeships

Social events

Referral bonus

Well-being support

Job summary

The Dorchester's Alain Ducasse is seeking a Commis Chef to join its celebrated kitchen team. You will support the Alain Ducasse Kitchen with its 3 Michelin stars, following recipes and helping deliver the highest standards of craft and service.

You will learn from award-winning teams, participate in apprenticeships, and contribute to a culture of inclusiveness and excellence at The Dorchester, with opportunities for career growth and guest-focused hospitality.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills with a strong customer service ethos.
• Ability to work as part of a Kitchen team and follow recipes.
• Proficiency in English for hotel operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist Kitchen team in creating food to reflect 3 Michelin stars.
• Support day-to-day production and ensure quality and portion control.
• Be flexible and creative in handling guests' special requests.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

English language

Job description

Join us as a Commis Chef at The Dorchester's Alain Ducasse, recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’
in 2024-2026 and ‘Hotel of the Year – London’ at the 2024 AA Hospitality
Awards. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where
inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion,
personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety
of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

Awarded 3 Michelin
stars since 2010, Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester offers contemporary French cuisine with
a professional, bespoke and friendly service. Creativity and generosity come together for
a memorable experience, infused with whimsy, pleasure and attention
to details.

We care about your career and are known for having the
absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as Commis Chef, you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as
the very best in your field. You'll learn not only from your fellow Legends,
but also through our award-winning learning academy, so that you can achieve
the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in
your own story.

What you'll do

As Commis Chef, you'll love
what you do and take pride in taking care of our guests:

• You will be responsible for assisting the Kitchen team in creating bespoke and delectable food which will reflect Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester’s 3 Michelin stars, all to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
• You will assist the day-to-day production of the food in the Alain Ducasse Kitchen to ensure the smooth running of their section and to cook any food on a daily basis according to business requirement their day. This will include following all recipes and methods from the Executive Chef and Senior Kitchen team, having basic knowledge on classic patisserie and refinement of pastry skills, ensuring that daily food preparations meet outlined recipes, including portion size, quantity and quality
• You’ll also show flexibility and creativity in dealing with diners’ special requests and challenges that may arise

The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Commis Chef in Alain Ducasse, but we’ll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel.

What you'll bring

• Our values of, Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us each and every day. As a Commis Chef you'll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.
• Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great communication skills with a strong customer service ethic.
• English is the primary language used in our hotel. You can comfortably communicate in this language.

What you'll get

• Complimentary Stays: Enjoy
  complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every
  year.
• Discounts with ourhotels, and benefit from discounts at various high street and online
  shops
• Employee Perks: Enrol
  from day 1 into the Royal London Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8%
  towards your pension); Benefit from seasonal ticket loan, rental deposit
  scheme, private financial advice, and eye care vouchers.
• Training and Development: Advance
  in your career by accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to
  Hospitality Degree Level 5. We partner with outstanding nationally
  recognised Apprenticeship providers.
• Social Events:
  Participate in vibrant social events, including a summer party, winter
  ball, pub quizzes, and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations.
• Referral Bonus: Earn a
  £1000 bonus when you recommend a friend.
• Well-being Support: Access
  immediate well-being advice because we care about our employees.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.