Commis Chef- New Opening! Live Events

Convene Hospitality Group; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Subsidised eye care

Wellness allowance

Employee Assistance Program

25 days annual leave plus bank hols

Job summary

Convene Rathbone in London’s West End is seeking a motivated Commis Chef to join our opening team. You will assist across key prep stations, support live service counters, and develop foundational techniques in a world-class events environment.

As a member of the opening team, you will help shape culture, guest experience, and long-term success of one of London’s most exciting new venues. Applicants must reside in the UK and be eligible to work without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 2+ years kitchen experience in high-volume catering, hospitality, or corporate event service desirable.
• Working knowledge of food hygiene fundamentals and kitchen safety standards (Level 2 Food Safety preferred).
• Strong team mentality and reliable during fast-paced service periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mise en place, ingredients, and dishes under guidance of Head Chef and Sous Chef.
• Assist with plating, hot-counter service, and live event stations.
• Attend daily kitchen briefings and communicate inventory or equipment issues to leaders.
• Maintain HACCP, COSHH, and Convene food safety regulations at all times.
• Log daily prep wastage and support fellow venue team members on high-profile functions.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team player

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Located in the heart of London’s iconic West End, Convene Rathbone is set to open in Spring 2027 as one of the city’s most anticipated new Meetings & Events destinations. The 54,000-square-foot venue at One Rathbone Square will combine Convene’s signature hospitality with industry-leading production capabilities to create a new standard for experiential events. Purpose-built for immersive experiences, the venue will support everything from high-profile conferences and brand showcases to luxury receptions and bespoke gatherings, bringing together advanced production technology with exceptional event delivery and meaningful human connection.

As a member of our opening team, you will play a key role in shaping the culture, guest experience, and long-term success of one of London’s most exciting new event venues!

Please note: Candidates must currently reside in the UK and be eligible to work in the UK without company sponsorship.

About the Role

Yes Chef! At Convene, we are all about bringing people together to create unforgettable moments and events that leave our guests talking about us for years to come. Our Commis Chefs are essential to the pulse of our culinary operations—assisting across key prep stations, supporting dynamic live service counters, and mastering foundational techniques in a world-class events environment.

Health and Wellness

• Private medical insurance
• Subsidised eye care
• Wellness allowance
• Employee Assistance Program: well-being support and personal advice programme

Time Off and Work-Life Balance

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and company sick pay
• Financial Support and Benefits
• Interest-free loan for rail season tickets & further education
• Subsidised bicycle purchase through Cycle to Work scheme

Professional Development and Recognition

• Continuous professional and personal development support
• Employee recognition and reward programs to mark achievements and milestones

Community and Impact

• Opportunities to volunteer, donate, and participate in community give-back initiatives
• The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team and the business in the work that you do

What You’ll Do:

• Food Preparation & Station Setup: Under the direct guidance of the Head Chef, Sous Chef, and Chef De Partie, prepare mise en place, ingredients, and dishes in accordance with company standard operating procedures and recipe specs.
• Service Execution: Assist with plating, hot-counter service, and live event stations, ensuring prompt and accurate food delivery aligned with the daily run of show.
• Daily Operations & Communication: Attend daily kitchen briefings, communicate inventory or equipment issues immediately to station leaders, and promptly relay any client feedback or dietary queries to senior chefs.
• Health, Safety & Food Hygiene: Maintain immaculate station cleanliness, follow personal grooming standards, and strictly adhere to HACCP, COSHH, and Convene food safety regulations at all times.
• Stock & Wastage Control: Maintain correct FIFO stock rotation within walk-ins and dry stores, ensure secure storage of goods, and accurately log daily prep wastage under the guidance of senior chefs.
• Support & Growth: Support fellow venue team members across high-profile functions and demonstrate initiative by undertaking foundational CDP station tasks when required as part of your development.

What We Look For:

• 2+ years kitchen experience in high-volume catering, hospitality, or corporate event service is desirable; an enthusiastic attitude, passion for culinary arts, and eagerness to learn are essential.
• Working knowledge of food hygiene fundamentals and kitchen safety standards (Level 2 Food Safety certification preferred).
• Strong team mentality, positive communication skills, and reliability during fast-paced service periods.
• Operational agility: Willingness to work flexible, rotating schedules inclusive of evenings and weekends depending on event booking demands.
• Physical capability to stand or walk for extended periods and safely lift, push, pull, or carry up to 25 lbs (approx. 11 kg) as needed in a commercial kitchen environment.

Who We Are

Convene Hospitality Group (CHG) operates a global portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on creating places and experiences that bring people together. The company designs, develops, and operates hospitality-driven destinations to host gatherings of all kinds, ranging from small corporate meetings to immersive brand activations and beyond. We love bringing people together in person, and that passion for great experiences extends to our employees as well. If you're interested in creating inspiring moments of connection, consider joining our team.