Commis Chef

Come and join us in bringing the Raffles experience to London

The Raffles name is synonymous with luxury, glamour and extraordinary adventure. Raffles London at The OWO on London’s Whitehall, unites the allure and heritage of Raffles with one of the world’s most historic addresses. 

This fine Grade II* Edwardian building has been transformed into a spectacular stage for dazzling celebrations; with fine dining, lively bars, the latest in wellness and beauty therapies, the most luxurious suites and rooms, versatile ballroom and event space.  Within these much-storied walls, where legendary statesmen and women once shaped the modern world, guests are now invited to discover new and inspiring emotions and connections.  At Raffles, you arrive as a guest, leave as a friend and return as family. ​

An exceptional opportunity presents itself for a Commis Chef to join the Food & Beverage Department at Raffles London at the OWO.

Reporting into the Executive Chef, you will assist Sous Chefs/ Chef de Parties in the preparation and service of food ensuring that the highest standards are always maintained and to ensure that the Kitchen areas designated, equipment and utensils are always kept clean & tidy to the standards required by the Hotel.

Specifically, as the Commis Chef, your responsibility’s will include:

• Following the methods and recipe as outlined in communication.
• Be environmentally conscious and works towards a low waste operation.
• Maintaining and running of section
• Correcting Storage and labelling of food stuffs, equipment, and dry goods.
• Correcting stock rotation of food and ordering levels via correct channels.
• Checking and ordering of equipment via correct channels.
• Contribute to the effective management of costs, zero waste factor.
• Ensure that the rotas are managed in a fair manner to ensure that guest / business needs are met.
• Monthly communication meetings are arranged and attended.
• nightly briefings are held with sous chef.
• Employees are regularly given feedback on their performance.
• Projects for benefit of kitchen advancement.
• Ensuring Correct Storage and labelling of food stuffs, equipment, and dry goods in all kitchen areas by people responsible.
• Ensuring correct stock rotation of food and ordering food goods from suppliers.
• Checking and ordering of equipment via correct channels.
• Maintenance of equipment via correct channels.
• Additional responsibilities in absence of line manager or senior employee.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned including working in a different department or restaurant, than usually assigned.
• Always able to explain services to guests, visitors, and employees.
• Maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and managers.
• New colleagues are assisted in becoming familiar with the workplace.
• Ensuring new employees are made aware of the correct standard.
• Assisting the Manager in spot checks to maintain departmental standards.

Who are we looking for?

• A proven track record and ability to provide high levels of service under pressure.
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills, both written and spoken.
• An understanding and willingness to contribute to a 24h operational schedule when required.
• Previous relevant experience as Demi CDP or high performing Commis.
• A creative approach to the production of high-quality food.

Why join our Raffles team?

• You will be offered a competitive salary
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays plus a day extra for every year of your service up to 5 years
• Length of service awards for every year of service
• We offer Life Assurance to all our colleagues
• Enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Free dry cleaning for uniform and an allowance for personal items
• Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme
• Colleague gifting to celebrate special occasions
• Paid days off to move house or give back time to a charity of your choice*
• Internal learning and development programmes tailored to you  
• Fun-filled events, whether that’s a pub quiz, team run or festive party.
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates of up to 30% at Accor worldwide
• Worldwide development opportunities across Accor’s extensive brand portfolio

What are the Raffles Values?

Be You: Be creative, innovative, and enthusiastic, showing your personality and flair.

Be Kind: Demonstrates humility and generosity through emotional connection with colleagues and guests.

Be Happy: Consistently uplifting colleagues and guests through a joyful connection and positive personality.

Be Confident: Openly shares knowledge and skills with other colleagues to achieve excellence.