Commis Chef: Learn, Prep & Plate in a Dynamic Kitchen

Soho House & Co.; England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Team meal on shift

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 with Soho Impact

Free Counselling Sessions

Cookhouse & House Tonic programmes

Continuous training and team events

Job summary

Soho House & Co. is seeking a Commis Chef to support the kitchen brigade under the senior team, helping deliver exceptional dining for our members and guests. You will prepare food before service, set up and stock stations, and plate to the club’s standards while developing culinary skills in a dynamic, member‑focused environment. This entry‑level to junior role offers weekly pay, team meals, staff discounts, health and dental plans, and ongoing training to grow professionally.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in similar capacity.
• Passion for food and detail-oriented work.
• Understanding of basic food safety and hygiene practices.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

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

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Education

NVQ Level 1 or 2 in Culinary

Job description

Soho House & Co. is seeking a Commis Chef to support the kitchen brigade under the senior team, helping deliver exceptional dining for our members and guests. You will prepare food before service, set up and stock stations, and plate to the club’s standards while developing culinary skills in a dynamic, member‑focused environment. This entry‑level to junior role offers weekly pay, team meals, staff discounts, health and dental plans, and ongoing training to grow professionally.