Commis Chef - Learn and Grow in Iconic Hotel Kitchen

De Vere; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge

Staff meals

Employee discounts

Annual stay at property

Wagestream access

Career development & apprenticeships

28 days holiday increasing to 33

Job summary

The Grand Hotel Birmingham is hiring a Commis Chef to join its fast-moving kitchen. You’ll support senior chefs, rotate through sections, and help maintain high hygiene standards while learning on the job.

With shifts that include days, evenings, and weekends, you’ll develop skills across stations, contribute to guest dining experiences, and benefit from staff meals, service charges, and career development opportunities at De Vere.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment is a plus, but not essential.
• Genuine passion for food and ambition to progress in your career.
• Food hygiene knowledge – a food hygiene certificate is desirable.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work a shift pattern including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, cook simple dishes and plate food to the right standard.
• Support service by keeping things organised and running smoothly.
• Rotate through different kitchen sections as part of your training and development.
• Maintain high food hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Assist with stock control and help reduce waste.
• Work as part of the team, stepping in to support wherever needed.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Passion for food

Food hygiene knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Flexible shifts

Job description

The Grand Hotel Birmingham is hiring a Commis Chef to join its fast-moving kitchen. You’ll support senior chefs, rotate through sections, and help maintain high hygiene standards while learning on the job.

With shifts that include days, evenings, and weekends, you’ll develop skills across stations, contribute to guest dining experiences, and benefit from staff meals, service charges, and career development opportunities at De Vere.