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🛎️ Hospitality & Catering · Exclusive Collection

Commis Chef

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Pennyhill Park in Bagshot, Surrey, a part of the Exclusive Collection, is a luxury hotel and spa known for its elegance and attention to detail. Home to a Michelin-star restaurant, an award-winning spa, and world-class service, it is a place where excellence and attention to detail define every experience. You will join as a Commis Chef based in either our Michelin Star Latymer Kitchen or our Conference and Banqueting brigade, a team that values creativity, collaboration, and pride in everything they do. Here, your ideas will be welcomed and your growth supported.At Pennyhill Park, we believe in rewarding our team for their passion and dedication. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy: • Competitive pay, plus service charge • Great rates for stays across all our hotels and 50% discount on Food & Beverage dining • Free meals while on duty • Free access to the on-site gym and parking • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing resources • Exclusive discounts and perks through Hospitality Essentials • Opportunities for growth, learning, and internal movement within the Exclusive Collection Key ResponsibilitiesFollow recipe standards and maintain consistency in every dishKeep hygiene, food safety, and health & safety standards at the highest levelMonitor the quality of ingredients and finished dishesAdapt to catering requirements for guests, dining experiences, and hotel eventsRelay feedback from guests and team members to senior chefsSupport preparation for Michelin‑standard dishes and luxury dining experiencesPerson SpecificationGenuine passion for food and hospitalityEager to learn and thrive in a fast‑paced environmentBasic kitchen and knife skills appropriate to the role levelUnderstanding of food hygiene and health & safety standardsCreative, attentive, and proud of your workAble to work collaboratively under pressureWe are a certified B Corp, committed to sustainability and responsible business practices. At Exclusive Collection, we champion wellbeing, progression, and a culture where people who share our values can thrive. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all individuals with the right to work in the UK. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know. Apply today and join a team that celebrates creativity, teamwork and genuine care in everything we do.

What this role involves

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  • Supervise kitchen staff to make sure food is of high quality, presented well and served on time
  • Develop recipes, plan menus and create new dishes
  • Research new ingredients and suppliers
Typical pay (UK)
£22,000 starting · £40,000 experienced
Typical hours
40 to 45 a week
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