COMMIS CHEF

Thistle City Barbican; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in North Yorkshire is seeking a dedicated kitchen assistant to support the Head Chef and ensure high standards in food preparation and presentation. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience, excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude towards continuous improvement. Enjoy competitive salary, generous holiday, and numerous employee benefits including discounts, free meals, and development support.

Benefits

31 days holiday increasing to 33 days with length of service

Complimentary meals when on duty

Discounted hotel stays

Access to earnings before payday

Team appreciation activities

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-quality kitchen environment.
• Must be detail-oriented with a drive for standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and individually.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in kitchen operations.
• Maintain training and kitchen standards.
• Prepare and present high-quality dishes.

Skills

Hands on approach to work

Detail oriented

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Positive attitude

Job description

Overview

Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five-star, 17th-century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award-winning spa, and a cutting-edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience. The hotel is also a member of Forbes Travel Guide which recognises a commitment to service excellence across the globe.

Salary: £28,705 per annum plus monthly service charge, typically £2,400 annually

Hours: 45 hours

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in the day to day running of the kitchen
• Ensure the training and standards are kept at all times
• Preparing, cooking and presenting high quality dishes within the specialty section
• Ensure all products entering and leaving the kitchens are to the set Grantley standards.
• Work with the team to set SOPs given to you
• Track, replenish and keep in date order the stock holding
• Be pro-active in all actions and tasks set out for you

Key Skills, Qualities & Experience

• Hands on approach to work, always being productive and looking to improve
• Detail orientated and drives standards
• Possess a positive attitude and a desire to learn
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Friendly, courteous and helpful with excellent communication skills
• Motivated to go the extra mile for guests and colleagues
• Use of own initiative with willingness to go above and beyond in supporting the wider Grantley Hall team

Benefits

• A monthly service charge - typically £2,400 annually
• 31 days holiday increasing to 33 days with length of service
• Access to earnings before payday (Wagestream)
• Free parking
• Complimentary meals when on duty
• Discounted modern and spacious live-in accommodation
• Celebrating success! Company parties, winter award ceremonies and team events and incentives through the year. We also celebrate training achievements, birthdays, babies, marriages and so much more…
• Team appreciation and wellbeing activities - Team member of the month awards, BBQ’s, ice cream van, team massages, competitions & prizes, seasonal gifts, flu jabs
• Grantley Hall discounts - 50% off food and 20% off beverage, £100 B&B for employees (£150 B&B for friends and family), 20% off spa and gift shop products
• Access to hundreds of exclusive employee benefits, rewards and discounts targeted specifically at the hospitality sector. We support our employees do more with their money and help their wellbeing be providing access to a wide range of stand out well being support.
• Discounted hotel stays with Pride of Britain hotels
• Complimentary bespoke uniform and annual shoe allowance
• Free sight tests for those eligible
• Onsite Team Gym with professional induction
• Refer a Friend Scheme where you can earn up to £1000
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Support line and online portal supporting ‘mind, money, move, munch’
• Grantley Academy to support your development