The Grand Hotel Birmingham

Commis Chef - Flexible Hours

Posted: 12 hours ago

Job Description

Do you want to learn from experienced chefs in one of Birmingham’s most iconic hotels?As a Commis Chef at The Grand Hotel Birmingham, you’ll be part of a fast-moving kitchen team, preparing fresh dishes for guests and building the skills to take your career forward. It’s a hands-on role where you’ll support senior chefs, rotate across different sections, and play your part in delivering high standards every day.This is a part-time role that provides flexibility to work evenings, late nights and weekends when we prepare for service or when the operation in full swing.What You’ll Do Prepare ingredients, cook simple dishes and plate food to the right standard Support service by keeping things organised and running smoothly Rotate through different kitchen sections as part of your training and development Maintain high food hygiene and safety standards at all times Assist with stock control and help reduce waste Work as part of the team, stepping in to support wherever neededWhat You’ll Bring Experience in a kitchen environment is always a plus however this is not essential A genuine passion for food and the ambition to progress in your career Food hygiene knowledge – a food hygiene certificate is desirable Good communication and teamwork skills Flexibility to work a shift pattern that includes evenings and weekendsIf you’re ready to start the next stage of your culinary career and want to learn in a professional, supportive kitchen, apply today and join us as a Commis Chef at The Grand Hotel Birmingham.BenefitsThe Pay & Benefits £12.21 per hour plus service charge to help increase your earning potential Holiday pay based on the hours that you work Stay at the Grand Hotel or other De Vere properties for as little as £50, with special rates for friends and family Get 50% off food and drinks when you dine in Isaacs or Madeleine - or at any De Vere location Enjoy discounts on retail, travel and leisure through an exclusive benefits portal Earn extra cash through our employee referral scheme Free, freshly cooked meals from our chefs, available twice a day across service periods Access 24/7 health and wellbeing support through Hospitality Action Access your pay whenever you need it using Wagestream Take advantage of career development opportunities and apprenticeship programmes Regular team appreciation events and monthly recognition programmes Career development opportunities – including access to nationally recognised, funded apprenticeship programmes

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