Commis Chef - The Breakfast Club

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Commis Chef at an innovative food travel company, where culinary passion meets opportunity. In this full-time role at a bustling airport location, you'll prepare delicious dishes and ensure food safety standards are upheld. Enjoy a vibrant work environment that fosters growth through training and offers generous discounts on meals. If you're ready to embark on an exciting culinary journey, apply now and make your mark in the culinary world!

Benefits

75% discount on meals while on shift

Up to 50% employee discount across SSP brands

Friends and Family Discount App

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities for growth through training

Engaging activities like Barista Competitions

Financial benefits including pension and life assurance

Qualifications

• Passion for food and cooking in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with deliveries and stock rotation in the kitchen.
• Prepare ingredients and cook dishes from the menu.
• Support fellow chefs while maintaining kitchen standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety and Hygiene

Time Management

Teamwork

Education

Culinary Degree or Equivalent Experience

Job description

Join to apply for the Commis Chef - The Breakfast Club role at SSP UK & Ireland

Location: Gatwick Airport

Pay Rate: £12.90 per hour, with an additional £1.20 per hour for hours between midnight and 6am, totaling £14.10 per hour.

Shift Pattern: Full time, scheduled between 3am to 9pm, including weekends.

• Successful candidates will need to provide references for the last 5 years and undergo a Criminal Record Check in accordance with Airport Security Regulations.
• Applicants must be 18 or over to perform certain tasks or work on specific shifts, including handling and serving alcohol.

Join our dynamic team as a Commis Chef and ignite your culinary career! Work in a fast-paced kitchen environment where every dish is a masterpiece.

If you're passionate about food and travel, SSP offers the perfect platform. We are the global food travel experts, providing excellent food and drink options for travelers on flights, trains, or passing by.

We collaborate with over 500 brands, including our own concepts like Upper Crust, Millie’s Cookies, Café Local, and Beer House, as well as franchises like M&S, Starbucks, Burger King, The Breakfast Club, and BrewDog.

Why Join SSP as a Commis Chef?

• 75% discount on meals while on shift.
• Up to 50% employee discount across SSP brands, including 20% off alcohol.
• Friends and Family Discount App: 20% off at select SSP outlets.
• Help@Hand App: Offers shopping discounts, GP appointments, 24/7 helpline, and wellbeing support.
• Flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance.
• Opportunities for growth through training, apprenticeships, and development programs like the Duty Manager Development Programme and Chef Academy.
• Health and wellbeing support including Retail Trust, flexible working, and family-friendly leave.
• Inclusive culture with networks supporting LGBTQ+, women, neurodiversity, and disabilities.
• Engaging activities such as Barista Competitions, Cookie Challenges, and Recognition programs.
• Financial benefits including pension, life assurance, share schemes, Cycle to Work, and competitive pay.

As a Commis Chef, You’ll:

• Assist with deliveries and stock rotation.
• Prepare meats and vegetables.
• Support fellow chefs and maintain kitchen standards.
• Help ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met.
• Manage time effectively for prep and service.
• Measure ingredients and portion sizes accurately.
• Perform cleaning duties as directed.
• Cook dishes confidently from the menu.

If you feel you belong at SSP, apply now and start your culinary journey with us!

SSP is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.