Commis Chef - Whiskey and Seaweed - Clare Smyth in London

Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Commis Chef for Whiskey & Seaweed to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury hotel opening later this year. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced luxury hotelier to join the founding team and help shape the guest experience at this landmark hotel.
Located at the end of The Mall opposite Buckingham Palace, Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch will feature 100 elegant rooms and suites and 17,500 sqft of private residences. The hotel will open with two signature restaurants - Coreus by Clare Smyth and Café Boulud by Daniel Boulud - bringing together two of the world's most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs. Guests will also enjoy a world-class spa, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and a collection of grand event spaces, including a ballroom for up to 320 guests.
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is Hilton's flagship luxury brand, known for its timeless elegance, iconic properties, and sincerely elevated service that delivers bespoke, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the world's most sought-after destinations.
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Complimentary, nourishing meals provided while on duty
Exceptional development programmes, designed to support and accelerate your growth at every stage
Opportunities to make a meaningful impact through our industry-leading Corporate Responsibility initiatives
Team Member Travel Programme, offering exclusive discounted stays and 50% off food & beverage
High street savings through Perks at Work
28 days' holiday, including bank holidays, rising to 33 days with length of service
We are looking for hospitality professionals who are passionate about delivering an exceptional fives star guest experience, consistently upholding the worldclass service standards recognised by Forbes.
Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
As a Commis Chef for Whiskey & Seaweed, you will support the culinary team in the preparation and presentation of refined, high ? quality cuisine, contributing to an exceptional Guest and Member dining experience. You will execute precise mise en place, uphold exacting culinary standards, and actively support departmental performance objectives. Your responsibilities will include the following, delivered with excellence and professionalism:
Produce consistently exceptional cuisine in alignment with Hilton's luxury brand standards
Execute all kitchen tasks with precision, efficiency, and timeliness
Support kitchen revenue performance through disciplined food cost control practices
Provide proactive and reliable support to the kitchen brigade
Prepare and present dishes to exacting standards, in accordance with brand and company guidelines
Maintain impeccably clean work areas, ensuring strict adherence to cross - contamination protocols
Complete all required mise - en - place for assigned menus and service periods
Foster positive interdepartmental collaboration and professional working relationships
Promptly identify and report maintenance, hygiene, or safety concerns
Fully comply with hotel security policies, fire regulations, and all health, safety, and food hygiene legislation
Demonstrate clear awareness of departmental targets and actively contribute to their achievement
Consistently meet and uphold the highest health and hygiene standards
Operate with environmental awareness, supporting the hotel's sustainability commitments
What are we looking for? A Commis Chef within Hilton's luxury portfolio acts with integrity, professionalism, and a guest - first mindset—working collaboratively to uphold the highest culinary standards. To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate the following:
Previous experience as a Commis Chef or Apprentice Chef within a professional kitchen
NVQ Level 1 qualification or equivalent
A positive, motivated, and professional attitude
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to perform calmly and effectively under pressure
Proven capability to follow instruction while contributing to a high - performing team
A clear passion for learning and long - term development in a culinary hospitality career
Proof of completion of a basic food hygiene certification
A genuine passion for food, technique, and the culinary arts
Completion of an accredited commercial cookery course or culinary apprenticeship
Experience multitasking within environments that demand rigorous operational and quality standards
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
NVQ Level 2 qualification
Previous experience as a Commis Chef or Apprentice Chef Previous experience within a luxury or ultra ? luxury hospitality is highly desirable.
What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality . Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership . A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

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