Seasonal Commis Chef — Luxury Train Kitchen

Belmond; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental insurance plans

Discover Belmond Programme

Group Income Protection

Team social events

Wellness programme

Job summary

Britannic Explorer, a Belmond Train, United Kingdom, is seeking a Commis Chef for a seasonal role running March to December 2026. You will work under the Sous Chef to prepare, cook and plate fine dining dishes, ensuring quality, flavour and presentation meet luxury standards.

Ideal candidates have previous luxury hospitality experience, a relevant diploma or certificate, and qualifications in hospitality, tourism, or business studies, with strong time management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Previous experience in luxury hospitality preferred.
• Diploma or certificate from a recognised institution.
• Qualifications in hospitality, tourism, or business studies.
• Strong time management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and plate dishes to established recipes and guidelines.
• Maintain quality, flavour and presentation from your station.
• Assist with ordering and inventory management.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Operate and maintain department equipment; report malfunctions.
• Follow environmental regulations to minimise impact.
• Work under the Sous Chef to deliver fine dining experiences.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Education

Diploma or certificate

Hospitality management

Tourism or business studies

Job description

Britannic Explorer, a Belmond Train, United Kingdom, is seeking a Commis Chef for a seasonal role running March to December 2026. You will work under the Sous Chef to prepare, cook and plate fine dining dishes, ensuring quality, flavour and presentation meet luxury standards.

Ideal candidates have previous luxury hospitality experience, a relevant diploma or certificate, and qualifications in hospitality, tourism, or business studies, with strong time management and communication skills.