We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Commis Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Eurest on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week.

As a Commis Chef, you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for our customers. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

In return we offer support and development to grow within our business alongside a competitive salary.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 Days over 7
07.00 - 14.00 (flexibility required to business needs)
35 hours per week + potential overtime

Could you bring your spark to Eurest? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Overall Purpose of the Role

Work alongside the Chef Manager/Head Chef and FOH team with accountability for the quality and profitable delivery of the food production operations. 

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes to the required standards and portion specifications within your section/speciality. 
• Ensuring food is recovered and stored correctly to minimise waste. 
• Processing food orders when required.
• Receipt and storage of deliveries when required.
• All food wastage is recorded and minimised.
• Ensure that all HSE incidents are correctly reported to line manager.
• Report HSE issues beyond your control to your line manager.
• Manage the cleanliness of all kitchens and surrounding working areas. 
• Performs other general tasks as reasonably requested.
• Always Comply with all client and company Health & Safety procedures and standards including adherence to food information regulations and food safety checks. 
• Ensure the correct use of all machinery and equipment.
• Understand and deliver all contractual terms.
• Action plans are completed following client satisfaction surveys.

Person Specification

Essential

• Strong cooking skills 
• Experience in a similar role 
• Passionate about working in a food service environment 
• Able to work positively with others as part of a team 

Desirable

• NVQ Lvl2 in professional cookery or equivalent 
• Basic or Intermediate food hygiene Lvl2 

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

We're people-powered at Eurest

It?s an understatement to say that we?re passionate about what we do, which is why we?re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us - could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!