Commis Chef - Shelby & Co. AS

SSP UK & Ireland; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Commis Chef at a bustling airport kitchen! This role offers a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your culinary career in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on quality and safety, you'll be preparing delicious dishes while enjoying great perks like meal discounts and flexible working. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to grow with an industry leader in food travel. If you have a passion for food and a desire to learn, apply now to embark on your exciting culinary journey!

Benefits

Free parking while on shift

75% discount on meals during shift

Employee Discounts up to 50%

Friends and Family App discounts

Growth Opportunities

App Benefits for shopping discounts

Health & Wellbeing support

Diversity and inclusion networks

Pension and Life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Candidates must be 18 years or older.
• Must provide references for the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Helping with deliveries and preparing ingredients.
• Maintaining kitchen and food safety standards.
• Cooking dishes from the menu confidently.

Skills

Food Preparation

Time Management

Kitchen Safety Standards

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

Commis Chef at Shelby & Co, Birmingham Airport

Pay Rate: £12.90 per hour + an extra £1.20 per hour for hours worked between midnight and 6 am, bringing your total pay to £14.10 per hour.

Shift Pattern: Night shift

• Candidates must provide references for the last 5 years and undergo a Criminal Record Check in line with Airport Security Regulations.
• Applicants need to be 18 years or over to perform certain tasks or work on specific shifts.

If you love food and travel, join us! We are the global food travel experts, offering delicious options whether you're flying, taking a train, or passing through.

Become a Commis Chef and kick-start your culinary career! Work in a fast-paced kitchen where every dish is a masterpiece.

At SSP, we offer more than jobs; we provide career opportunities with many benefits:

• Free parking while on shift
• 75% discount on meals during your shift
• Employee Discounts: Up to 50% off at SSP brands, including 20% off alcoholic beverages in the UK
• Friends and Family App: 20% discount across select units (T&Cs apply)
• Growth Opportunities: Training, apprenticeships, development programs, Duty Manager and Chef Academy
• App Benefits: Shopping discounts, GP appointments, 24/7 helpline, financial and wellbeing support
• Health & Wellbeing: Retail Trust, flexible working, family-friendly leave
• Culture: Diversity and inclusion networks such as LGBTQ+, Women’s Network, Neurodiversity, and Disability
• Financial Support: Pension, Life assurance, Share schemes, Cycle to Work, competitive pay

Responsibilities include:

• Helping with deliveries
• Preparing meats and vegetables
• Assisting fellow chefs
• Stock rotation
• Maintaining kitchen and food safety standards
• Time management for prep and service
• Measuring ingredients and portions
• Cleaning duties as directed
• Cooking dishes from the menu confidently

Interested? Apply now and start your journey as a Commis Chef!

SSP is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming talent from diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives.