Commis Chef Roles Available

Sodexo; Three Rivers; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Chef specializing in pastries, where you'll create high-quality desserts and baked goods in a luxury college setting. This role offers a competitive salary, supportive work environment, and opportunities for career development. If you have a passion for pastry and a commitment to excellence, apply today!

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Training and uniform provided

Access to mental health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar pastry role or as a Pastry Chef de Partie in high-volume or fine dining.
• At least one year of hands-on pastry experience.
• HACCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce a range of high-quality pastries, desserts, breads, and baked goods.
• Ensure all pastry products meet standards of taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and kitchen team for smooth operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Hygiene and safety

Creativity

Education

NVQ Level 2

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Chef - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!

Location: Crowthorne, Berkshire

Salary: £13 - £14 + Sodexo Benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7

Are you ready to lead in a kitchen where food fuels bright futures? As a Commis Chef specializing in Pastries for Sodexo, you'll work in a luxury college producing pastry products for high-end catering, including banqueting (800-1000), afternoon teas (up to 200), and fine dining. This role offers a chance to work with high-quality ingredients, creating delicious pastries, desserts, and baked goods. Benefits include good access to Crowthorne train station, on-site parking, uniform, and meals on shift.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You'll Do:

1. Prepare and produce a range of high-quality pastries, desserts, breads, and baked goods.
2. Ensure all pastry products meet standards of taste, presentation, and consistency.
3. Assist in menu planning and contribute creative ideas for new pastry items.
4. Work efficiently to meet deadlines for banqueting, afternoon tea, and fine dining.
5. Maintain food hygiene and safety standards according to HACCP regulations.
6. Handle and store ingredients properly to maintain quality.
7. Keep workstation clean and organized.
8. Collaborate with the Head Chef and kitchen team for smooth operations.
9. Support and train junior team members as needed.
10. Communicate effectively to ensure workflow efficiency.
11. Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering pastry ingredients.
12. Minimize waste through proper portioning and storage.

What You Bring:

• Experience in a similar pastry role or as a Pastry Chef de Partie in high-volume or fine dining.
• Ability to develop innovative and appealing pastries catering to diverse tastes and dietary needs.
• Passion for pastry and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Strong teamwork ethic and work ethic.
• Meticulous approach to hygiene and safety (HACCP certification preferred).
• Enthusiasm for cooking and delivering high-quality dining experiences.
• Basic food handling certifications, including NVQ Level 2 and Level 2 Food Safety Certificate.
• At least one year of hands-on pastry experience.

What We Offer:

• A supportive work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Training and uniform provided
• No unsociable hours or public holidays off, including Christmas
• Access to mental health and wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits
• Career development opportunities and apprenticeships
• Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities

At Sodexo, everyone deserves a place to belong. This is more than a job—it's a chance to be part of something bigger. If you're ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and help us create a brighter future!

Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS and employer checks.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.