Commis Chef

SSP UK

Commis Chef at The Vinery, Heathrow Airport Terminal 2 Airside.

Pay Rate: £13.15 + as a little incentive, you will earn an extra £1.50 per hour for hours worked between midnight and 6 AM, bringing your rate of pay to £14.65 per hour.

Shift Pattern: 20-40 hours, Scheduled between 3:00AM- 11:00PM, including weekends.

Successful candidates will be required to provide references for the last 5 years and undergo a Criminal Record Check in line with Airport Security Regulations.
 
Due to some responsibilities within the Commis Chef role, applicants will need to be 18 years of age or over to perform certain tasks or work on certain shifts and will be required to handle and serve alcohol.  

If you're passionate about food and travel, you've come to the right place. We are the Global food travel experts, and we have something delicious for everyone. Whether you're flying, taking a train, or just passing by, we have the best food and drink options for you.

We work with more than 500 brands, from our own creations like Upper Crust, Millie’s Cookies, Café Local and Beer House, to well-known franchises like M&S, Starbucks, Burger King, The Breakfast Club & BrewDog.

A bar Commis Chef plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of a bar, contributing to creating a welcoming atmosphere and providing excellent customer service. Their responsibilities encompass various tasks, from preparing and serving drinks to maintaining cleanliness and adhering to safety regulations. This multifaceted role requires a combination of technical skills, interpersonal abilities, and a keen attention to detail.

WHY JOIN SSP AS A COMMIS CHEF?

At SSP, we don't just offer jobs; we provide dynamic career opportunities with a host of benefits:

Free Meal: while on shifts.
Employee Discounts: Enjoy up to a 50% discount on various SSP brands and franchises across the UK.
Friends and Family App: 20%discount across our Catering, Whistlestop and Urban Express units. (T&C apply)
(email address removed) App: from shopping discounts, GP appointments, 24/7 help line to financial and wellbeing support for you and your loved ones.
Flexible Scheduling: To accommodate various lifestyles, we are promoting work-life balance.
Continuous Growth: Access award-winning training, apprenticeships and development programs to enhance your skills and advance your career, Duty Manager Development Programme.
Health and Wellbeing Support: Retail Trust, flexible working, comprehensive family-friendly leave.
Culture: We value diversity and inclusion at SSP, and we have a variety of networks to support you, such as LGBTQ+, Women’s Network, Neurodiversity and Disability and many more.
Activities: Barista Competition, Millie’s Cookies Ice off Challenge, Superstars Recognition.
Financial Support: Pension Plans, Life assurance, Share Incentives Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, competitive pay rates and more.  

AS A COMMIS CHEF, YOU’LL:

Help with deliveries.
Prepare meats and vegetables.
Assist fellow chefs.
Assist in stock rotation.
Contribute to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards.
Demonstrate effective time management for preparation and food service.
Understand precise measurements of dish ingredients and portion sizes.
Execute daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning duties as directed by the Kitchen Manager.
Confidently cook completed dishes from the menu.  

Feel like you could belong at SSP? Apply now and start the best part of your journey as a Commis Chef

SSP are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer who seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives