Commis Chef – Training, Team Meals & Benefits

Soho House & Co; Chipping Norton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Team meal on shift

Soho Friends Membership

Staff Discount 50% on Food & Drink

Staff Room Rates

Health Cash Plan

Dental Plan

Birthday Day Off after 1 years’

Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home

Paid charity days with Soho Impact

Free Counselling Sessions

Cookhouse & House Tonic training

Continuous personal and professional培训

Monthly team events

Job summary

Soho House is seeking a Commis Chef to join our kitchen brigade in the UK. You will support senior chefs, contribute to high-quality food preparation, and uphold the Club's standards for members and guests.

The role involves food prep, setting up stations, maintaining hygiene, stock handling, and plating to spec. Entry-level training is provided, with opportunities to develop culinary skills and progress within the Club. Weekend availability is expected.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in similar capacity.
• Passion for food, attention to detail, and a strong desire to learn and grow.
• Understanding of basic food safety and hygiene practices.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, proactive, and respectful attitude in a busy kitchen environment.
• Culinary qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 1 or 2) is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs across all kitchen sections in the preparation and production of dishes, ensuring consistency and attention to detail.
• Follow recipe guidelines, portion controls, and presentation standards as directed by the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of food prep areas, adhering strictly to hygiene, food safety, and allergen procedures.
• Support with receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring stock rotation and correct labelling according to HACCP standards.
• Learn and apply kitchen techniques including knife skills, basic sauces, vegetable preparation, and plating.
• Ensure all mise en place is completed in line with service needs and communicated effectively to the team.
• Take responsibility for allocated tasks and deliver them within agreed timelines and standards.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and actively seek feedback and training from senior chefs.
• Assist with team meals, including prep and service, ensuring quality and dietary needs are met.

Job description

Soho House is seeking a Commis Chef to join our kitchen brigade in the UK. You will support senior chefs, contribute to high-quality food preparation, and uphold the Club's standards for members and guests.

The role involves food prep, setting up stations, maintaining hygiene, stock handling, and plating to spec. Entry-level training is provided, with opportunities to develop culinary skills and progress within the Club. Weekend availability is expected.