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Commis Chef
£29,000 + Benefits
Blackpool
Join this culinary team as a Commis Chef and elevate your cooking skills in a fast-paced, high-volume environment focusing on fine dining cuisine. Benefit from the mentorship of an experienced Head Chef ready to train you in top-tier culinary techniques, while working alongside a supportive team dedicated to quality and innovation.
Ideal Profile for a Commis Chef:
- Possesses fundamental cooking skills, with a foundational knowledge of kitchen operations, techniques, and standards
- May hold a diploma or certificate from a culinary school, or equivalent experience through apprenticeships or previous kitchen roles
- Eager to learn and grow in the culinary field, with a strong interest in traditional and contemporary cooking methods
- Works well within a team, understanding the importance of collaboration in a busy kitchen environment to ensure efficient and smooth service
- Displays a genuine passion for creating high-quality, flavorful dishes, particularly with an emphasis on using fresh and local ingredients
- quickly to the fast-paced nature of a busy kitchen and can handle the pressures of service times without compromising on quality
Responsibilities of a Commis Chef:
- Assist in the preparation and cooking of dishes under the guidance of more senior chefs, including chopping vegetables, preparing meats, and assembling dishes
- Keep the kitchen clean and organized, ensuring all areas meet health and safety standards, which includes cleaning workstations and equipment throughout the shift
- Actively engage in learning opportunities from senior chefs, seeking feedback and advice to improve culinary skills and kitchen efficiency
- Help manage inventory by rotating stock and ensuring ingredients are used efficiently to minimize waste.
- Contribute ideas to menu development, under the guidance of senior chefs, particularly when it involves fresh and local ingredients that are characteristic of country pub fare
- Support the kitchen team during busy service times, ensuring dishes are prepared timely and to the specifications set by the head chef
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