Commis Chef - Serra

The Chancery Rosewood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 complimentary room nights acrossThe

Discounts on Food & Beverage

Flexible benefits app

Give days - volunteering day

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Birthday day off

Job summary

The Chancery Rosewood in Mayfair seeks a passionate Commis Chef to join our acclaimed kitchen. You will contribute to the highest standards of preparation, presentation, and efficiency within a luxury, guest-focused environment.

As a cornerstone of culinary excellence, you will support senior chefs, maintain HACCP standards, and continually expand your knowledge of ingredients, allergens, and techniques while delivering a five-star dining experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-standard kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Ability to work across sections and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and presentation of dishes to the highest standards.
• Follow recipes, technical sheets, and portion controls with precision.
• Prepare mise en place efficiently to support smooth kitchen operations.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant working environment in line with HACCP and food safety standards.
• Support Chef de Parties and senior chefs during service and daily operations.
• Ensure proper stock rotation and storage of ingredients.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative kitchen culture and support colleagues across sections.
• Continuously develop your culinary knowledge, including ingredients, allergens, and techniques.

Skills

Connection

Guest-Centricity

Influencing

Integrity

Drive

Adaptability

Job description

The Chancery Rosewood is redefining luxury in Mayfair, housed in the former U.S. Embassy and reimagined by Sir David Chipperfield. With 144 suites by Joseph Dirand and a collection of dynamic dining and bar spaces, it’s a place where experiences are curated, conversations flow, and every detail matters.

As Commis Chef, you will be a cornerstone of culinary excellence within our kitchen — combining technical mastery with the mentorship and presence to raise those around you. The embodiment of Rosewood's Relationship Hospitality, you bring craft, precision, and genuine passion to every plate you send.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and presentation of dishes to the highest standards.
• Follow recipes, technical sheets, and portion controls with precision.
• Prepare mise en place efficiently to support smooth kitchen operations.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant working environment in line with HACCP and food safety standards.
• Support Chef de Parties and senior chefs during service and daily operations.
• Ensure proper stock rotation and storage of ingredients.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative kitchen culture and support colleagues across sections.
• Continuously develop your culinary knowledge, including ingredients, allergens, and techniques.

About You

• Connection— You cultivate warm, authentic relationships with colleagues at every level, fostering a collaborative kitchen environment and leading briefings that motivate and prepare those around you.
• Guest-Centricity — You understand that the guest experience begins on your section. You take pride in the precision, consistency, and care behind every dish, knowing that your craft is central to delivering a five-star experience.
• Influencing— You articulate culinary standards with confidence and genuine enthusiasm, sharing your knowledge and technique with junior chefs to raise the collective standard of the kitchen.
• Integrity— You uphold food safety, hygiene, and operational protocols without compromise, taking personal responsibility for a safe, well-ordered, and impeccably maintained section.
• Drive— You bring energy and focus to every service, taking full ownership of preparation and continuously developing your knowledge — including ingredients, allergens, provenance, and technique.
• Adaptability— You embrace flexibility across different sections and service styles, remaining calm and solution-focused when priorities shift and proactively contributing ideas that improve the kitchen's output and culture.

What we can offer you

• 12 complimentary room nights across The Rosewood Hotel portfolio (friends & family rates also available)
• Discounts on Food & Beverage
• Flexible benefits app and monthly allowance to spend on whatever you like
• Give days - A paid volunteering day of leave annually
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Birthday day off - A paid day of leave for your birthday

Diversity & Inclusion

At Rosewood, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging. We ensure a fair, transparent hiring process and are dedicated to creating opportunities for all, regardless of background.

About Rosewood

Rosewood Hotel Group is built on relationship hospitality—where genuine connections shape luxury experiences. Across our hotels, we push boundaries, embrace individuality, and create spaces that feel both welcoming and extraordinary.