Commis Chef - Fast-Paced Kitchen, Training & Flexible Hours

Firmdale Hotels PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Service charge

Health plan

Discounts

Free meals on shift

Referral bonus

Flexible scheduling

Dry cleaning

Enhanced holiday allowance

Season ticket loan

Training & English lessons

Social events

Cycle to work

Long service awards

Volunteer day

Job summary

The Soho Hotel, part of Firmdale Hotels, invites applications for a Commis Chef to join our busy kitchen in London. You will gain hands-on experience across sections and work as part of a large, energetic team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

We offer a competitive hourly salary (£13.50–£14.50) with service charge and a comprehensive benefits package, including health plans, discount tickets, training, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within a high-paced kitchen environment.
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail in food preparation and presentation.
• A genuine passion for creating and serving exceptional dishes.
• Strong organisational abilities to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with the team.

Responsibilities

• Support senior chefs in preparing high-quality dishes across different sections of the kitchen.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
• Properly store and handle all ingredients, ensuring freshness and quality.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
• Take initiative to learn and improve culinary techniques and knowledge.

Skills

High-paced kitchen experience

Attention to detail

Culinary passion

Organisation

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

The Soho Hotel, part of Firmdale Hotels, invites applications for a Commis Chef to join our busy kitchen in London. You will gain hands-on experience across sections and work as part of a large, energetic team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

We offer a competitive hourly salary (£13.50–£14.50) with service charge and a comprehensive benefits package, including health plans, discount tickets, training, and ongoing professional development.