Commis Chef reference: R-170393

ABOUT THE ROLE Our Commis Chef operates as a valued member of our talented Catering team demonstrating a real passion for food and being motivated to invent, produce and present quality dishes in accordance with our hotel offer. We work to a high standard and as a key part of the team you’ll comply with all food safety policies, procedures and practices as essential when working in catering. You'll be working under the direction of the Head/Sous Chef, but there will also be opportunity for you to work independently, giving you the responsibility and experience to develop in your career. . Salary - The full time (37.5 hour) salary range for this role is £24,400 to £31,000, however expected salary is £28,800 - £37,200 based on a 45 hour week that we are currently recruiting for. Contract type - This position is a Permanent contract Location - This role is based at our Odney Hotel Key responsibilities As a Commis Chef, you'll typically be responsible for: Assisting the Head Chef & Sous Chef to plan, produce and deliver the hotel food offer and agreed food presentation standards, in line with current trends and customer demand. Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Meeting all legislative requirements for the Catering environment, to include allergens. Daily compliance which could include maintaining accurate records of equipment, cleaning schedules, temperature checks, following all food safety policies. Essential skills/experience you’ll need Relevant professional chef qualifications: City & Guilds diplomas in professional cookery, BTEC HNC in professional cookery or equivalent or Proven experience in the Kitchen/Chef industry We are looking for someone creative with a professional demeanour who must be able to work under pressure, demonstrating flair and a good palette with experience working in a professional kitchen. Desirable skills/experience you may have City & Guilds 706 1 and 2 or NVQ equivalent. Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2. Good communication skills and P.C. literate. About Odney If you are looking for a hotel with something different and some history to work in, then The Odney Hotel, our Place by the River could be for you. This is a beautiful and unique John Lewis Partnership owned hotel, set in 130 acres by the River Thames in Cookham, Berkshire. It offers both character and charm to our guests. The guests can stay in one of 5 beautiful houses on the site, each maintaining the period look of it time with access to the picturesque grounds including a private stretch of river, water gardens, a pool and sports facilities. The main building Lullebrook Manor and it grounds are thought to have been the inspiration for the classic novel The Wind in The Willows bringing history along with relaxation. Relaxation can be further achieved with a visit to our Serenity Spa, offering beauty treatments and massages or afternoon tea on the terrace, a drink in the bar or a meal overlooking the river. #LI-SD1 #LI-JLPGR . Closing Date: March 20, 2025 Pay: £24,400.00 - £31,000.00 Annual Contract Type: Permanent Hours of Work: 45 hours per week on a rota basis including weekends. Earliest start time of 06:00 and latest finish time of 21:30 Job Level: Partnership Level 9 Where You'll Be Working: Odney Club, Odney Lane, Cookham, Berkshire, SL6 9SR ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP We’re the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We’re not just employees, we’re Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there never been a more exciting time to join us. We’re ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food-lovers in Waitrose. As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect. We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we’re free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective. As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it. Important points to note: It important to note that some of our roles are subject to pre-employment vetting (which may include DBS checks for successful candidates). If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process and we encourage you to complete any vetting documents quickly to avoid delays. Any DBS checks required will be carried out by a third-party registered body and financial probity checks may also be required for some of our roles. We also recommend that you apply as soon as possible as vacancies can close early if we see a high number of applicants. We want all of our Partners to have a good work-life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or shorter hour contracts, where possible. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview. Feel inspired. When you join the Partnership you join a different kind of business. One that seeks to make a difference, not just to ourselves, but to the lives of everyone.