COMMIS CHEF - FISCHER'S BASLOW HALL Premium

We are looking for a Commis Chef to join our team of culinary and front-of-house stars at Fischer’s Baslow Hall – the award-winning and much-talked-about restaurant with rooms, which most recently received 4 red stars from the AA.

The food at Fischer’s is bold but beautiful, vibrant, and inventive, but with zero interest in gimmicks and trends. Our Head Chef's menu starts with the best quality ingredients, including locally sourced and foraged produce, which he crafts into unique dishes that will stir up memories for years to come. Matched with a range of premium and hard-to-find wines, it’s no wonder that our guests return time and time again.   

Alongside our food, we are proud of the warm, exceptional service that Fischer’s has become renowned for. Every guest leaves Fischer’s feeling relaxed, revived, and confident that they have enjoyed the absolute best in warm Derbyshire hospitality.

The Role

As commis chef, you will work at many stations to learn how the kitchen operates. The position will allow you to learn a restaurant’s culinary procedures, build stamina to handle high-pressure situations and learn about multiple duties so that you can better determine your goals for career advancement. The job allows you to prove your commitment while working under different section chefs.

Key Duties

• Preparation of ingredients for more senior chefs
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene
• Rotating food, putting away inventory, and dealing with deliveries
• Measuring ingredients and sizing portions accurately
• Learning about food safety techniques
• Food preparation, including; chopping vegetables, stocking stations, organizing ingredients, and partly cooking some food

The above represents an outline of the key tasks you will be asked to perform. These tasks are not limiting and to that end we may ask you to complete additional tasks from time to time.

Attributes

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

• An appetite to learn
• Carry a passion for food & drink
• Innovation and creativity
• A passion for the culinary arts
• Excellent attention to detail
• A high standard of personal presentation
• A friendly and personable manner

Remuneration

• Set working week with 2 consecutive days off
• Holiday entitlement – In line with contract terms
• Live-in accommodation available
• Tips – In line with contract terms
• Pension Enrolment – In line with contract terms