Commis Chef: Fast-Paced Kitchen, £14/hr, 35h, Free meals

Sodexo; Epsom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Free meals, hot drinks and gym

Uniform provided

Career development & apprenticeships

Sodexo employee benefits package

Job summary

Sodexo, at our flagship client site in Epsom, is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join the culinary team. You will help prepare and deliver high-quality food for a busy operation serving 200-400 covers.

You'll work alongside the Senior Sous Chef to maintain top standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene, while delivering friendly, efficient service and supporting events as required.

Qualifications

• Some experience working in a professional kitchen or food service environment
• A good understanding of food safety and hygiene
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required due to the site's location and limited public transport

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing a variety of fresh, high-quality food
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods
• Help keep hot and cold counters fully stocked
• Serve customers and provide excellent customer service
• Assist with hospitality services when required
• Support special events and functions
• Maintain high standards of food presentation
• Keep food preparation and kitchen areas clean and organised
• Assist with stock takes and stock rotation
• Help minimise food waste
• Report damaged equipment, safety concerns or food quality issues
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures
• Complete required online training and attend team meetings
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver a world-class dining experience
• Support with any reasonable additional duties when required

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Computer-based training

Education

Culinary training

Job description

Sodexo, at our flagship client site in Epsom, is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join the culinary team. You will help prepare and deliver high-quality food for a busy operation serving 200-400 covers.

You'll work alongside the Senior Sous Chef to maintain top standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene, while delivering friendly, efficient service and supporting events as required.