Negotiable
About the Role
Working as a Commis Chef in Wallingford, you will join an established restaurant kitchen team on a permanent, full-time basis. This role involves supporting senior chefs with food preparation, maintaining rigorous hygiene standards, and contributing to daily service across a five-day working week, including weekends and evenings. The position suits someone passionate about cooking who wishes to develop their culinary skills. A full driving licence is essential due to the location. The salary is £26,500 per annum, with flexibility for negotiation. This role offers a solid foundation for building a career in a professional kitchen setting.
Manpower Recruitment are working with an established Restaurant in the Wallingford area, Oxfordshire and are recruiting for a Commis Chef.
This is a great role for someone, who is passionate about food and enjoys learning new skills within a busy kitchen.
This is a Full Time role, working 5/7 days and flexibility needed for weekends and evenings.
Salary £26500pa
***please note a driving would bee needed, due to location
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stages of their culinary career to develop skills in a fast-paced, professional kitchen environment. The successful candidate will support senior chefs in food preparation, maintain high standards of hygiene, and contribute to delivering quality dishes consistently.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and cooking of food across various kitchen sections.
- Follow recipes and presentation specifications set by senior chefs.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations in line with food safety standards.
- Ensure all ingredients are stored, labelled, and handled correctly.
- Support stock rotation (FIFO) and assist with deliveries and stock control.
- Work efficiently as part of a team during busy service periods.
- Adhere to all health and safety and food hygiene regulations.
Requirements
- Previous kitchen experience or relevant culinary qualification preferred.
- Basic knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
- A genuine passion for food and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and tips (where applicable).
- Opportunities for training and career progression.
- Staff meals on shift.
- Supportive and professional working environment.
If interested, please get in contact with a Manpower Representative.
If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
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