Commis Chef - Latymer

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Bagshot; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great hotel stays discount

50% F&B dining discount

Free meals on duty

Gym & parking access

Employee Assistance Programme

Hospitality Essentials discounts

Growth opportunities within Exclusive 

Job summary

Pennyhill Park, a luxury hotel and spa in Bagshot, Surrey, part of the Exclusive Collection, seeks a Commis Chef for its Michelin Star Latymer Kitchen brigade. You will work in a team that values creativity, collaboration, and pride in every dish, with opportunities for growth and development.

Join a venue renowned for excellence, where ideas are welcomed and growth is supported. Enjoy staff benefits, on-site facilities, and the chance to contribute to Michelin-standard dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for food and hospitality.
• Eager to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic kitchen and knife skills.
• Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Creative, attentive, and proud of your work.
• Able to work collaboratively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipe standards and maintain consistency in every dish.
• Keep hygiene, food safety, and health & safety standards at the highest level.
• Monitor the quality of ingredients and finished dishes.
• Adapt to catering requirements for guests, dining experiences, and hotel events.
• Relay feedback from guests and team members to senior chefs.
• Support preparation for Michelin‑standard dishes and luxury dining experiences.

Skills

Passion for food & hospitality

Basic kitchen skills

Teamwork

Food hygiene knowledge

Creative mindset

Working under pressure

Job description

Pennyhill Park in Bagshot, Surrey, a part of the Exclusive Collection, is a luxury hotel and spa known for its elegance and attention to detail. Home to a Michelin-star restaurant, an award-winning spa, and world-class service, it is a place where excellence and attention to detail define every experience.

You will join as a Commis Chef based in our Michelin Star Latymer Kitchen brigade, a team that values creativity, collaboration, and pride in everything they do. Here, your ideas will be welcomed and your growth supported.

At Pennyhill Park, we believe in rewarding our team for their passion and dedication. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Great rates for stays across all our hotels and 50% discount on Food & Beverage dining
• Free meals while on duty
• Free access to the on-site gym and parking
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing resources
• Exclusive discounts and perks through Hospitality Essentials
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and internal movement within the Exclusive Collection

Key Responsibilities

• Follow recipe standards and maintain consistency in every dish
• Keep hygiene, food safety, and health & safety standards at the highest level
• Monitor the quality of ingredients and finished dishes
• Adapt to catering requirements for guests, dining experiences, and hotel events
• Relay feedback from guests and team members to senior chefs
• Support preparation for Michelin‑standard dishes and luxury dining experiences

Person Specification

• Genuine passion for food and hospitality
• Eager to learn and thrive in a fast‑paced environment
• Basic kitchen and knife skills appropriate to the role level
• Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Creative, attentive, and proud of your work
• Able to work collaboratively under pressure

We are a certified B Corp, committed to sustainability and responsible business practices. At Exclusive Collection, we champion wellbeing, progression, and a culture where people who share our values can thrive.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all individuals with the right to work in the UK. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.