Commis Chef
Apr 29, 2025
Company Summary
A lively Indian Restaurant in a popular part of Soho - Central London. We were founded by deeply passionate restaurateurs & hoteliers, who have built & operated award winning hotels & restaurants around the world. Among us, we have a Michelin Star, a restaurant on Conde Nasts Top 100, worked in award winning locations globally, TripAdvisor No.1s, and a few more.
The Purpose
If you are enthusiastic about self-development and embrace opportunities to improve your skills and knowledge whenever possible, you could build a long and rewarding career as a Commis Chef, progressing to a role as a Chef de Partie, Sous Chef or Head Chef if desired.
A Commis Chef assists a section chef, also known as a Chef de Partie. The role is made up of many varying responsibilities including:
Responsibilities
Assisting in the food preparation process
Cooking and preparing elements of high quality dishes
Preparing vegetables, meats and fish
Assisting other Chefs
Helping with deliveries and restocking
Assisting with stock rotation
Cleaning stations
Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards.
Requirements
Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards
Minimum 6 months relevant experience
Awareness of manual handling techniques
Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety
Experience of kitchen equipment
Experience of dangerous equipment such as knives
Competent level of English spoken and written
Desirable and useful but not necessary qualifications include:
City & Guilds 706/1 Catering
NVQ Level 1
Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award
Level 3 Food Safety Awards
Alongside some of these more general skills, all good Commis Chefs should possess:
Basic knowledge of all sections
Ability to work under supervision of a limited range
Ability to produce good quality basic food
Understanding of health and safety
Understanding of basic food hygiene practices
Good oral communication
Team management skills
High level of attention to detail
Good level of numeracy Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge plus those around you
Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes
Ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality work
Positive and approachable manner
Team player qualities
Requirements Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards Minimum 6 months relevant experience Awareness of manual handling techniques Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety Experience of kitchen equipment Experience of dangerous equipment such as knives Competent level of English spoken and written Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing and serving drinks and Cocktails Computer literacy POS machine Knowledge of a second language is a plus (Ideally Indian) Positive attitude and excellent communication skills Ability to keep the bar organized, stocked and clean
