Commis Chef — Learn & Grow in a High-Quality Kitchen

Soho House; Charlbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team meals

Soho Friends Membership

50% Team discount on Food & Drink

Staff room rates

Health cash plan

Dental plan

Birthday day off after 1 year

Staff discount on Cowshed Soho Home

Paid charity days

Job summary

Soho House is hiring a Commis Chef to support the kitchen brigade in delivering exceptional dining experiences to our members and guests. You will work under the guidance of the senior kitchen team to develop your culinary skills, contribute to high-quality food preparation, and uphold the standards and values of the Club.

You will assist across kitchen sections, follow recipe guidelines, and maintain cleanliness and hygiene while learning techniques from senior chefs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a similar capacity.
• Passion for food and a strong desire to learn and grow.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of basic food safety and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs across all kitchen sections in the preparation and production of dishes, ensuring consistency and attention to detail.
• Follow recipe guidelines, portion controls, and presentation standards as directed by the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of food prep areas, adhering strictly to hygiene, food safety, and allergen procedures.
• Support with receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring stock rotation and correct labelling according to HACCP standards.
• Learn and apply kitchen techniques including knife skills, basic sauces, vegetable preparation, and plating.
• Ensure all mise en place is completed in line with service needs and communicated effectively to the team.
• Take responsibility for allocated tasks and deliver them within agreed timelines and standards.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and actively seek feedback and training from senior chefs.
• Assist with team meals, including prep and service, ensuring quality and dietary needs are met.

Skills

Knife skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 1/2 (Culinary)

Job description

Soho House is hiring a Commis Chef to support the kitchen brigade in delivering exceptional dining experiences to our members and guests. You will work under the guidance of the senior kitchen team to develop your culinary skills, contribute to high-quality food preparation, and uphold the standards and values of the Club.

You will assist across kitchen sections, follow recipe guidelines, and maintain cleanliness and hygiene while learning techniques from senior chefs.