At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare delicious dishes and support the kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Kew Green Hotels, where fun meets hard work in a vibrant kitchen.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts, free meals, gym membership, and international travel opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with room for growth and flexible working hours.
- Why this job: Make memorable dining experiences while growing your culinary skills and career.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Line Chef or Cook with basic food hygiene knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 18900 - 23100 £ per year.
Are you a Commis Chef or a Kitchen Porter/Assistant who is looking for that next step?
We’ll hedge a bet that you’re able to spin 100 plates at once, not literally – of course, but you’re someone who thrives under pressure and embraces change.
As clichéd as it sounds, you’ll believe that delivering memorable experiences really is all about the small details.
How will you do this?
Well, you’ll make sure your regular Sunday customer, Arif, gets those two pots of gravy instead of one; or you’ll perfect an exciting new specials dish that Jessica thinks is super Instagramable, as soon as it’s put in front of her.
- What you’ll be doing as a Commis Chef
- Preparing food for a whole host of dishes – following specifications to ensure your Head Chef and Sous Chef can quickly send out meals to a high standard
- Supporting everyone in the kitchen to ensure no corners are cut (or chopped)
- Ensuring Chefs stations are well stocked with anything they may need throughout service
- Ensuring the kitchen and work stations are kept clean and tidy to enable the delivery of an outstanding service
- Learning from, and assisting your Chef de Partie
- Ensuring you and your team deliver high standards of food and health and safety regulations – it’s not just our customers we want to make smile!
- What’ll make you a great fit for this Commis Chef role
- Where you’ve worked doesn’t matter as long as you have experience as a Line Chef, Cook or Prep Cook and are used to working in a fast-paced environment
- You’ll have basic food hygiene
- A great understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment and procedures
- Flexible and able to remain focused on results under pressure and to challenging deadlines
- Self-motivated and confident
• Hard-working but FUN!
At Kew Green Hotels, we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities.
We aim to create an inclusive workplace for everyone.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please make sure to complete the relevant application questions, or contact recruitment@kewgreenhotels. com if you have any questions.
We are committed to supporting any adjustments you may need.
- The benefits
- Discounts across retail, restaurants, events etc (because we know life isn’t just about work)
- Family and Friends discounts in hotels across the Kew Green Hotels estate
- Leisure Club / Gym free membership
- International Travel at Employee Rate for other branded hotels within our brand family (and you’re not just limited to good old Britain – our family has hotels that span all over the world!)
- Parking on site for free
• Meals for free on shift – hard work is hungry work!
- Progression Room to grow, with opportunities across the UK and internationally
- Uniform provided
- Flexible attitude and working hours
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Commis Chef employer: Holiday Inn Express Stansted Airport
At Holiday Inn Express Stansted Airport, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values our team members as the backbone of our operations. With flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and a supportive work culture, we offer a fantastic environment for those starting their culinary careers. Our commitment to employee growth means you can explore opportunities not just locally, but across the UK and internationally, making your journey with us both meaningful and rewarding.
Contact Details:
Holiday Inn Express Stansted Airport Recruitment Team
