Commis Chef

Metropolitan Casinos; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in the UK is seeking a Commis Chef to join their team. The role involves preparing food to the highest standards in a busy kitchen while adhering to health and hygiene regulations. The ideal candidate will have a pro-active attitude, experience in a commercial kitchen, and a Food Safety qualification. The position requires flexibility with working hours, including nights and weekends. Competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Hourly wage + Service charge

50% off food and beverages

Company Sick Pay

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience working in a commercial kitchen.
• Able to communicate in clear and concise English.
• Must be aged 18 or above and have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce food to the highest standard as per instructions.
• Report any shortage of stock to Chef de Partie.
• Adhere strictly to food hygiene and health regulations.

Skills

Pro‑active attitude

Good communication skills

Organised and methodical

Education

Qualification in Food Safety

Job description

Who We Are

At Metropolitan Gaming, we don’t just offer jobs—we create experiences. Whether it's the electric buzz of our city casinos or the slick precision of our online platform, we’re the heartbeat of high-end gaming. From the iconic Empire Casino in Leicester Square to the luxury of Metropolitan Mayfair, our ten venues across the UK and Egypt are made for those who live life full throttle.

Benefits

We value our employees and offer a benefits package to ensure your job is both fulfilling and rewarding. We offer the opportunity to learn and grow within the company, regular training and development, and to be part of an exciting high-performance team. On top of our competitive salary, here are some of the benefits we offer:

• Hourly wage + Service charge + Salary enhancement from midnight + Paid overtime
• 50% off food and beverages in all of our UK venues
• Extensive Rewards platform: discounts on travel, retail, hospitality, health and much more
• Company Sick Pay
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Refer a friend incentive
• Financial advice services
• Employee health and wellbeing services
• Virtual GP Services
• Season Ticket Loans
• Employee assistance program: A confidential helpline providing 24/7 advice and counselling
• Cycle to work scheme

Main Responsibilities

• Report promptly for duty suitably dressed in clean chef uniform.
• Ensure that punctuality is kept at all times.
• To prepare and produce food to the highest standard and specifications given by Senior Kitchen staff.
• Report any shortage of stock and stores to Chef de Partie.
• Prepare mise en place under Chef de Partie's instructions.
• To ensure correct stock rotation and proper storage of cooked and uncooked food.
• To always keep your section tidy and clean.
• To adhere strictly to the food hygiene regulation.
• To adhere strictly to the Health and Safety regulations.
• To ensure that all mis en place is kept tidy, fresh and properly stocked as required.
• To fill in any position or station required by Chef or Sous Chef.
• To check, prepare and supervise preparation of food, to the highest standards set by the company.
• To report any fault of equipment immediately to Chef, Sous Chef or Chef de Partie.
• To ensure complete confidentiality relating to all matters concerning the Company.

• To lead by example in relation to displaying the four key behaviours of the Customer Service model.
• To ensure that all areas of the kitchen are maintained to a high standard at all times and ensure any maintenance requirements are reported and promptly actioned.

Who You Are

• Pro‑active attitude with the ability to work unsupervised.
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen.
• Qualification in Food Safety.
• Able to communicate in clear and concise English.
• Organised and methodical.
• Good communication skills with peers and superiors and other departments.

Service Behaviours

Our Commis Chefs are expected to always demonstrate our key service behaviours:

• On It: Demonstrates responsiveness and initiative by anticipating guest and operational needs, ensuring prompt and effective service delivery.
• Upbeat and Positive Attitude: Maintains a professional, enthusiastic, and solution‑oriented demeanour that fosters a welcoming and energetic environment.
• Be Nice: Treats guests, team members, and stakeholders with courtesy, respect, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Open and Close: Engages openly and warmly at the start of every interaction and ensures each conversation or service exchange concludes with clarity, courtesy, and appreciation.

Please Note:

You must be aged 18 or above and have the right to work in the UK.

This position requires working nights, evenings, weekends and shifts that coincide with a 24/7 trading week so individuals should be flexible in their scheduling.