Full Time Commis Chef

Millennium Hotels UK/EU - Careers; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on duty

Free parking

Employee discount

Discounted meals

Career development

Job summary

Copthorne Hotel Cardiff-Caerdydd is seeking a Commis Chef to join a busy kitchen team. The role offers foundational culinary training and the chance to develop in a four-star hotel environment.

You will be on your feet most of the day, work a flexible shift pattern including weekends, and contribute to consistently high-quality dishes for guests. We value a passion for food, good communication with other departments, and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment is preferred; training provided.
• Good communication with colleagues and other departments.
• Ability to work on your feet for long periods in a busy kitchen.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist in delivering high quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards (HACCP) and stock levels.
• Follow recipe cards and allergen information for guests.
• Coordinate with team to ensure consistent quality and timeliness.

Skills

Passion for food

Communication

Physical stamina

Flexible shifts

Job description

Pay: £26,436.80 per annum

Due to a recent upturn in business levels, a new and exciting Commis Chef role has become available at the Copthorne Hotel in Cardiff! Are you passionate about food and able to multi-task your way through a shift..? As a Commis Chef you're an aspiring chef capable of basic cookery skills and working as part of a fast-paced kitchen. With a ready to 'hit the ground running' attitude, you'll be capable of supporting the kitchen to consistently produce top quality dishes under pressure. We are happy to develop and train any capable and willing Head Chefs of the future! In return we ask for your full concentration and commitment to delivering high quality products to our guests at all times. We are looking for a Commis Chef to join our experienced and hard-working team due to a recent upturn in hotel business - it's a great time to join us!

Responsibilities of a Commis Chef:

• Having a passion for food and being capable of professional communication with other departments at all times
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge in all government Health and Food Safety legislation including HACCP, ensuring all necessary checks are completed throughout the kitchen (both quality and safety checks)
• Ensuring our dishes are always at their best & to the standards as agreed with the team but in line with brand expectations, preparing "Dish Recipe Cards" and ensuring all Allergen information is readily available
• Making sure food items are secure and stored safely - keeping stocks replenished to minimise waste and ensuring that all kitchen equipment and environment are hygienic and working properly

The ideal candidate for this role would have:

• Previous experience in 4* hotel is desirable, although full training is provided
• Good communications skills with a positive and energetic nature
• It's a physical role and you'll be on your feet most of the day, so fitness is important
• Flexible attitude to shifts - you may need to work nights, weekends and/or holidays

About The Hotel

Nestled on the peaceful banks of its own ornamental lake, the Copthorne Hotel Cardiff-Caerdydd offers convenient access to a variety of local attractions. Guests can choose from Standard, Club or Suite accommodation, the majority of which offer picturesque views over the lake.

About The Group

Millennium Hotels and Resorts owns and operates a portfolio of over 120 hotels worldwide. In Europe, our 24 hotels provide the perfect gateway to explore landmark locations, with many iconic attractions and business hubs close by.

Properties under the group are placed into three collections; Leng's Collection, Millennium Collection and Copthorne Collection. Each collection has its own distinct personality, character and clearly defined hotel brands within it; tailored to suit different types of guests

For you

We offer a benefits package including:

• Career development pathways and regular salary reviews
• Employee Discounted Accommodation and F&B discounts worldwide!
• Apprenticeship/Placement/Training opportunities
• Meals Provided on Duty
• Free / subsidised car parking
• Social Events, Wellbeing and Team Activities
• Uniform (Laundry / Dry Cleaning for Uniform)
• Length of Service related holiday scheme
• Recommend a Friend Scheme
• and many more!

We are an equal opportunities employer.

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

To improve compliance with identity document validation, successful applicants will provide their right to work in UK which will be verified using Trust ID Scanners and Software.

Additional pay:

• Tips

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability
• 40 hours per week

Experience:

• chef: 1 year (preferred)