Commis Chef – Premium Event Kitchen, West End

Convene Hospitality Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Subsidised eye care

Wellness allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Convene Rathbone in London is seeking a Commis Chef to join our opening team. Under the guidance of Head Chef and Sous Chef, you’ll support prep stations, live service counters, and foundational techniques in a world‑class events environment.

This role focuses on mise en place, plating support, stock control, hygiene, and teamwork. Candidates with 2+ years kitchen experience and Level 2 Food Safety are encouraged; flexible evenings and weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years kitchen experience in high-volume catering, hospitality, or corporate event service is desirable.
• Level 2 Food Safety certification preferred.
• Strong team mentality, positive communication, and reliability during fast-paced service.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Station Setup: prepare mise en place, ingredients, and dishes under guidance of Head Chef, Sous Chef, and Chef De Partie.
• Service Execution: assist with plating, hot-counter service, and live event stations for timely delivery.
• Daily Operations & Communication: attend daily kitchen briefings; report inventory or equipment issues; relay client dietary queries to senior chefs.
• Health, Safety & Food Hygiene: maintain station cleanliness; adhere to HACCP, COSHH, and Convene food safety regs.
• Stock & Wastage Control: rotate stock using FIFO; log daily prep wastage under senior chefs guidance.
• Support & Growth: assist team during high-profile functions and undertake CDP tasks as needed.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team player

Flexible schedules

Food safety awareness

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certification

Job description

Convene Rathbone in London is seeking a Commis Chef to join our opening team. Under the guidance of Head Chef and Sous Chef, you’ll support prep stations, live service counters, and foundational techniques in a world‑class events environment.

This role focuses on mise en place, plating support, stock control, hygiene, and teamwork. Candidates with 2+ years kitchen experience and Level 2 Food Safety are encouraged; flexible evenings and weekend work is required.