Job Description

Are you looking for an interesting and dynamic career opportunity?

We are an independent garden centre based in Lancashire that is looking for an ambitious Commis Chef to join our team. We are about to launch our brand-new purpose-built garden centre cafe/restaurant that will be delivering delicious, seasonally fresh food, top-end high quality tapas-style fast food plates. This will be a garden centre cafe/restaurant that will be unique and innovative and will set new style and standards in the garden centre industry. We are a family business that is fast paced and dynamic with exciting plans for future growth.

About the role

This is a very exciting role, and the successful candidate will assist the Chef de Partie within the brand-new catering department for The Plant Place.

The Commis Chef will play a vital role in delivering a memorable dining experience to all our guests. Candidates must have a keen eye for detail, an organised approach and a willingness to exceed guest expectations.

Candidates will have previous knowledge in kitchens/catering operations in a high-profile environment. Using strong leadership skills, you will be working closely with both the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef to deliver our core standards and provide our guests with a memorable dining experience every time.

This is a key position in our team and will require an innovative approach to delivering performance in a newly developing business.

Our Ideal Chef de Partie will have:

A passion for great-tasting food A minimum of 1 year of catering experience and be able to work well under pressure Experience in a similar role Experience in a professional kitchen Excellent communication and organisational skills Relevant Food Hygiene and Health & Safety qualifications Dedication to maintaining rigorous standards of food hygiene regulations and guidelines in Health and Safety (including Food Safety, Control of Contractors, Fire Precautions) An excellent level of knowledge of allergens

Benefits

Increased pension contribution Personal Development and Training opportunities - we are passionate about our growing team Employee Discount scheme

The Plant Place GC Ltd

and Personal Specification

Job title:

Commis Chef

Reporting to

: Chef de Partie

Job Summary

The Commis Chef is responsible for assisting the Chef de partie with food preparation, ensuring high quality meals are delivered efficiently. The post holder will assist in ensuring that all preparations are delivered to the highest standard whilst making sure that waste is avoided. The highest standards of delivery and presentation will be essential.

Customer service is at the heart of the role.

Key Responsibilities:

? Supporting the Chef de Partie in food preparation and maintaining high standards of food quality and safety Preparing ingredients and cooking, plating of dishes in the starter section helping to ensure consistency and quality in every meal served Implementing Health & Safety standards to maintain compliance across all catering and service teams Being familiar with the company's arrangements regarding Commis Chef responsibilities

PERSON SPECIFICATION

We're committed to our core values here at the Plant Place and we try to ensure all our activity aligns with these aims:

To work hard with integrity, putting people first to deliver an exceptional customer experience

Everyone who works here, no matter what their function in the team, is expected to deliver their job role and work with colleagues bearing these attitudes in mind. This person specification lists some of the key attributes we're looking for in the best candidates for this role.

Requirements:

CORE:

The successful candidate will meet the majority of these requirements

Education Training and Qualifications

Training on the job in a similar environment A good level of general education is essential 1+ years of experience as a Commis Chef NVQ Level 3 or above Knowledge of food safety regulations

Skills, knowledge and abilities

Good knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment. ? Meticulous in ensuring food quality, presentation, and adherence to health and safety regulations. Capable of work in high-pressure environments requiring the ability to stand for long periods and handle stressful situations. Understanding of and commitment to equality and diversity A good knowledge of and a passion for food. Ability to grasp and follow the Chef de partie culinary instructions Knowledge of food preparation methods and presentation Ability to work under pressure through rapid deadlines Familiar with customer service principles Excellent communication skills

DESIRABLE:

The successful candidate should meet some of these requirements

Health and Safety qualification Hospitality & Catering city and Guilds Evidence of continued professional development

Personal attributes

Self-motivated team-player with a positive outlook, able to work on own initiative Personal enthusiasm and drive to improve skills, experience and training Ability to stay calm under pressure and to solve problems The ability to take initiative and to solve problems with exceptional attention to detail Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends Must be reliable with the highest levels of personal and professional integrity

Note

You may be required to carry out additional duties and take on other responsibilities. In these circumstances you will be expected to liaise directly with the Chef in charge. The Company reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities of the post holder at any time according to the needs of the Company's business.

This list of duties is not exhaustive and may include other related duties as required to contribute effectively to the achievement of business aims and objectives. If a need for action or an opportunity is identified, this must be brought to the attention of the Head Chef

Our Mission

To work hard with integrity, putting people first to deliver an exceptional customer experience

Our Values

People First Hard Work Integrity
If you are looking for a challenging career with a company that grows its people and its business, and believe that you can help deliver our mission and live our values, then come and join our hardworking team of professionals that is passionate about people first and delivering exceptional customer experience.

Job Type: Permanent

Benefits:

Company events Employee discount On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Commis Chef