Commis Chef

Salary: £27,600 per year

Job Title: Commis Chef
Location: Moreton-In-Marsh GL56
Salary: £27,600pa
Reference: 02836

Job Description:

A Commis Chef assists a section chef, also known as a Chef de Partie. The role is made up of many varying responsibilities including:
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 rotationCleaning stations
Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards.
To land a job as a Commis Chef you will need:
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
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
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.
Finding the right balance between your work and your lifestyle is really important, with a Commis Chef job you will often find that your shifts include days, evenings and weekends so be sure to consider your home and family commitments and choose a career that enables you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Being a Commis Chef can bring many varied challenges and learning opportunities depending on the location in which you work.
If you are looking to the future, then it is good to know that career progression prospects are excellent as a Commis Chef. The role provides the opportunity to learn and develop specialist skills and knowledge while developing your craft with creativity and flair.
While working as a Commis Chef you will gain a vast cross section of transferable skills such as organisation, communication, problem-solving, multitasking, diligence and attention to detail that can be utilised in many roles and industries.