Commis Chef — Fast-Paced Kitchen Career & Free Meals

Baxterstorey Uk; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bank and BH

Birthday off

Volunteering days

Grandparent leave

Maternity leave

Premium pension

Life insurance

Discounts via Perkbox

Wellbeing hub

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey UK in Milton Keynes is hiring a Commis Chef to join our busy kitchen team. You will assist in food preparation, maintain station cleanliness and ensure food safety standards while delivering high-quality dishes.

The role is a 30-hour week on a Monday to Friday schedule, paying £13.45 per hour, with benefits including 28 days holiday, birthday leave, and ongoing training as part of our commitment to developing talent in hospitality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Commis Chef or display a real passion for food
• Knowledge of some cooking techniques and cuisines
• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Station Management – oversee the production of all food items assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all food handled, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
• Team Collaboration – communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
• Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen ensuring equipment is in good working order

Skills

Proven experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety basics

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication and teamwork

BaxterStorey core values

Job description

BaxterStorey UK in Milton Keynes is hiring a Commis Chef to join our busy kitchen team. You will assist in food preparation, maintain station cleanliness and ensure food safety standards while delivering high-quality dishes.

The role is a 30-hour week on a Monday to Friday schedule, paying £13.45 per hour, with benefits including 28 days holiday, birthday leave, and ongoing training as part of our commitment to developing talent in hospitality.