Commis Chef

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Responsibilities:

Food Preparation and Presentation

• Prepare and present menu items with variety and flair for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services, including à la carte and buffets.
• Ensure food quality, presentation standards, and cost margins are met.
• Maintain strict stock rotation, minimise wastage, and manage inventory.

Kitchen Operations

• Keep all working areas clean, tidy, and hygienic.
• Maintain and clean equipment, reporting any issues to the F&B Manager.
• Liaise with restaurant staff regarding menu availability and changes.

Team Collaboration and Development

• Assist in establishing on-going on-the-job training programmes to meet Brand and Service Standards.
• Induct new staff into the team, department, and Hotel following guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with staff to meet daily operational demands.

Health and Safety

• Comply with Accor Health, Safety and Environment policies and safe work practices.
• Report any health or safety hazards, incidents, and injuries promptly.
• Maintain food handling and presentation hygiene standards as per regulations.
• Be conversant with departmental fire and evacuation procedures.

Customer Service

• Provide efficient, friendly, and professional service to all guests.
• Take initiative to ensure positive interactions with internal and external customers.
• Implement Accor values and customer vision to 'Offer the Best Service to Our Customers'.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in scheduled training and development programmes.
• Suggest improvements to existing systems and procedures.
• Contribute to cost control through energy conservation and proper use of materials and equipment.

Compliance and Confidentiality

• Follow Accor Brand Standards, Departmental Service Standards, and company policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of Hotel, Customer, and Staff information.
• Abide by Accor policy on Equal Employment Opportunity and Harassment in the workplace.

• Having completed and apprenticeship and/or achieved trade recognition a Commis Chef works as part of the kitchen team. Engaged in cooking, baking, pastry cooking or butchering duties.
• This position involves food preparation and presentation with flair for breakfast, lunch and dinner for A la Carte, room service, functions and buffet service.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment whilst ensuring a product of high quality and presentation standards. 
• Demonstrate commitment to customer service for internal and external customers.

Our mission at the Ibis Budget London Heathrow Central is to create memorable moments for our guests, by connecting hearts from arrival to farewell.

A job, a career or a calling - whatever brings you here, we have something for you!

As part of our team you can have:

• Free night stays in our UK hotels and 50% discount in any Accor Restaurant (T&C Applies)
• Discounted hotel rates all over the world in Accor Hotels
• Continuously learn and develop yourself with our Accor Academy
• Support your wellbeing in your professional and personal lives
• Grow your experience anywhere. Explore limitless opportunities across 5000 hotels in over 100 countries
• Participate actively in initiatives to build a more inclusive and sustainable world
• And many more benefits and perks : Our objective is simple: make you grow and give you the spark to unleash your personality

As our next Commis Chef, you…

• Are curious about food, always willing to try new combinations and flavours.
• Assist in the preparation of the dishes in a timely fashion and agreed standards.
• Ensure the availability of mise-en-place as required.
• Observe excellent food hygiene practice through the entire food chain from storage through to preparation and service.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.

A little more information:

We are committed to giving our talents the skills and support required to deliver excellent service, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. No matter your specialty or culinary background, we offer great training to improve your skills.

Our hotel offers 307 rooms, and Bar and Restaurant facilities available 24/7.

Understanding things from our guest’s perspective is key, so while you are settling into your new role we will arrange a one-night stay for you to experience this first hand.

If you feel you are the right candidate for the role as our Commis,  please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!

One more thing…

By working at the Ibis Budget London Heathrow Central you will be part of the Accor network, worldwide hospitality leader. With us, you can be all you are, work with purpose, grow, learn, enjoy and explore Accor’s limitless opportunities. Discover our Talent stories at heart-of-hospitality.com or on Instagram @heart.of.hospitality

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent, creating an environment where everyone feels they belong.