Commis Chef

Maybourne Hotel Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel group in Greater London is seeking a passionate full-time Commis Chef to join their Jean-Georges Kitchen team. This role focuses on maintaining high standards in food preparation and cleanliness while working with the freshest seasonal ingredients. Ideal candidates are great team players with a passion for cooking and previous luxury hospitality experience is a plus. The position offers a range of benefits focused on staff wellbeing and professional development.

Benefits

Complimentary meals

Extra paid leave on your birthday

Recognition and awards program

Wellbeing initiatives

Discounted stays at hotel properties

Qualifications

• Previous experience in luxury hospitality is preferred.
• Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen area.
• A strong commitment to using seasonal and quality ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Assist kitchen brigade in daily food preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of designated section.
• Work under the guidance of senior chefs to ensure quality dishes.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Passion for cooking

Job description

We are looking for a talented and passionate full-time Commis Chef to join our Jean-Georges Kitchen team at the award-winning 5-Star Deluxe hotel – The Connaught.

To arrive at The Connaught is to belong. Discover a hotel of warm hospitality and effortless style, a beacon of Mayfair Village for over two-hundred years; home to a community united by the allure of the exceptional.Here, heritage and heart unite, discretion is our promise, and the pleasure to please is a way of life.

The Role:

As Commis Chef you will be working with the freshest seasonal produce and ingredients, assisting the kitchen brigade in the daily preparation and service of outstanding food and menus. You will ensure that the highest standards are maintained at all times and to ensure that your designated section, equipment and utensils are always kept clean and tidy to the standards required by the hotel.

Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will be a great team player with excellent communications skills and the ability to take instructions, and have an absolute passion and commitment to learn using exceptional quality ingredients to ensure the highest standards are achieved on a daily basis. Previous experience gained within a similar role would be beneficial for this role.

Who You Are:

• Someone who naturally embodies elegance, warmth, and quiet confidence.
• Previous experience in luxury hospitality.
• A calm, composed presence with an eye for thoughtful detail.
• A team player who believes service is an art and people are at the heart.

Maybourne, we are proud to offer a thoughtfully curated selection of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, nurture your development, and celebrate your milestones - both personal and professional.

Health & Wellbeing:

• Complimentary access to our all-day dining staff restaurant, offering nourishing and seasonal dishes.
• Option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave per year.
• Monthly access to subsidised massage and podiatry treatments.
• A programme of wellbeing initiatives, from mental health support to physical activity.
• 24-hour confidential assistance helpline.
• On- and off-site Occupational Health support.
• Life assurance through our Death in Service scheme.
• Eye care support, including vouchers and contributions towards glasses*.
• Flu vaccination vouchers*.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.

Recognition & Growth:

• An extra paid day’s leave to celebrate your birthday*.
• Instant recognition and award programme, celebrating extraordinary contributions.
• Dedicated in-house training and development to support your personal and professional growth.
• Monthly colleague awards with generous prizes.
• Opportunities for internal progression and cross-property moves.
• ‘Introduce a Star’ referral scheme – with rewards of up to £1,500*.
• Long service celebrations to honour your continued dedication.

Financial Care:

• A highly competitive salary package.
• Increased holiday entitlement after 3 and 5 years of service.
• Family-first policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Season ticket travel loans.
• Smart Tech Benefit – Opportunity to buy electrical goods with monthly repayments to help you spread out the cost.
• A generous pension scheme*.

Moments to Remember:

• Exceptional colleague rates of £50 per night across Maybourne properties for you and your family.
• A hosted ‘Guest Experience Stay’ — immerse yourself in the full Maybourne experience*.
• 50% off food and beverage across our restaurants and bars*.
• Invitations to a year-round calendar of cherished colleague events – from the Maybourne Picnic to our festive celebrations.
• Thoughtful gifts to mark weddings, new arrivals, and retirements.

*Selected benefits are subject to terms and conditions.

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

This is a full-time role requiring 40 hours per week.