Creative Chef: Growth, Perks & Impact in Hospitality

BaxterStorey; North Howden; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bank holiday

Plus your birthday off

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 week's enhanced maternity leave

Secondary carer leave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Pension and life insurance

Bespoke training and development

Apprenticeships opportunities

Discounts on Perkbox app

Wellbeing hub

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook dishes to recipes and standards, maintain food safety, and assist in station management to ensure cleanliness and smooth service.

You will collaborate with the head chef on menu development, maintain high quality and presentation, and work with colleagues in a fast-paced environment. We value inclusivity and career growth within our diverse team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Commis Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation - prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Station Management - oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
• Quality Control - maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
• Team Collaboration - communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
• Menu Development - collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
• Cleaning and Maintenance - maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order, For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that's an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

Skills

Commis Chef

Cooking techniques

Food safety

High-pressure environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

BaxterStorey is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook dishes to recipes and standards, maintain food safety, and assist in station management to ensure cleanliness and smooth service.

You will collaborate with the head chef on menu development, maintain high quality and presentation, and work with colleagues in a fast-paced environment. We value inclusivity and career growth within our diverse team.