Commis Chef - Bank

TN United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond Village in Aston on Trent seeks a Commis Chef to provide high-quality food service in a vibrant retirement community. Responsibilities include food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and catering to residents' dietary needs. Join a supportive team that values diversity and offers flexible working patterns.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Free meal on every shift

DBS Check and Uniform provided

Access to gym discounts

Uniform laundry service

Qualifications

• Relevant training and culinary qualifications required.
• Previous experience in a catering department or kitchen advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chefs in food preparation and maintain cleanliness.
• Deliver front-of-house services to customers.
• Respond to dietary needs and preferences.

Skills

Self-motivated

Excellent communication

Proactive

Education

CIEH Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Richmond Village in Aston on Trent is looking to appoint a Commis Chef. Providing more than just retirement living, Richmond Villages offers an aspirational lifestyle to our residents, and our first-class accommodation requires a first-class service. As a Commis Chef at Richmond Aston, you’ll assist our Chefs in all aspects of food preparation and ensure all catering areas are cleaned, maintained, and safe.

Shift: Bank Shifts Available

What your typical day involves

• Catering to residents, visitors, and the public across the village, which includes an 80-cover table d'hôtel Restaurant, 40 cover Bistro/Café bar, 40 cover Club House Café, and 3 Care Home dining rooms.
• Prepare and cook food in accordance with food hygiene regulations against a set menu to a consistent and high-quality standard.
• Deliver front-of-house services to customers ensuring consistent standards.
• Work within the extensive HACCP framework tailored to a Healthcare Environment.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic working area.
• Respond to residents' and customers' dietary needs and personal preferences.
• Perform other reasonable duties as required by the Head Chef.

Requirements:

• Self-motivated and proactive
• Excellent communication skills
• Willingness to follow instructions
• Relevant training and culinary qualifications
• Understanding of Health and Safety and maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment
• Up-to-date CIEH Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a catering department or kitchen advantageous
• Knowledge of working in a care environment and stock control beneficial
• Ability to prepare simple meals, organized, adaptable, team player, and able to work independently

What we’ll offer you in return

• Flexible working patterns
• Fully paid comprehensive induction
• Free meal on every shift
• DBS Check and Uniform provided and paid for by Bupa
• Access to discounts at gyms and fitness facilities across the UK
• Uniform laundry service

Why Bupa?

We encourage all our people to “Be you at Bupa”. We champion diversity and value the representation of the communities and customers we serve. We especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, committed to fair treatment and reasonable adjustments during our recruitment process for disabled applicants.