Commis Chef - Bloomsbury

Day to day you'll support the kitchen team to deliver a consistently high-quality product through the preparation of food and maintain a clean working area at all times. Follow Chef directions of presentation for all dishes ensuring that all food comes out to a high standard and in a timely fashion. With your knowledge of all F&B items on the menu, you'll be able to recommend combinations and upsell alternatives, bringing new ideas to the team to develop menus and recipes. Overall, you'll demonstrate an attitude that exceeds our guests' expectations to provide an unforgettable dining experience.

• A passion for all things food! with a basic knowledge of food preparation/ culinary operations.
• You may have already gained previous experience in kitchen environment or currently be attending catering school.
• Willing to learn and try new things, you'll also be able to multi-task and work under pressure.
• A team player with a positive can-do attitude you will taking pride in your appearance and the food you and your team present.
• You'll be supported by your senior kitchen team to help you develop your culinary skills and reach your full potential.
• A good command of English language and the ability to communicate confidently.
  
  Imperial London Hotels has been running hotels in Central London for over 180 years, currently operating seven 3 & 4-star hotels in the heart of Bloomsbury. Independent and family-owned, ILH has a unique heritage and culture that remains its foundation as it evolves and modernises. The portfolio includes The Royal National Hotel which remains UK largest hotel with over 1,600 rooms, The Bedford Hotel, The President Hotel, The Tavistock Hotel, The Morton Hotel and our newly acquired IHG Branded Holiday Inn Bloomsbury. Following a major refurbishment, The Imperial Hotel will open as ILH flagship 4 Deluxe Hotel in 2026.
We are now recruiting a Commis Chef for the Imperial London Hotels Group based in the heart of Bloomsbury, London.


• 28 Days Holiday pro-rata increasing with length of service up to 33 days
• Global discount for all IHG Properties for you and friends and family for an overnight stay starting from 25
• Free meals on duty
• Uniform & dry-cleaning
• Workplace pension scheme
• 300 Refer a Friend Scheme
• Employee recognition
• Employee awards
• Social events
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan / Travelcard Loan
• 50% discount to friends and family in our hotels on hotel rooms & 20% discount in our restaurants (subject to availability)
• Local discounts at Gym, Dry Cleaners, Bowling and Restaurant outlets
• Early Pay - Instantly access a portion of the pay you've already earned
• Shopping discounts across several high-street brands and online retailers (via Each Person)
• Nursery Scheme via Each Person (subject to eligibility)
• Mental health first aiders support & well-being
• Employee Assistance Programme- Supported by Hospitality Action
Career & Development Benefits:
• Training and development through our Imperial London Hotels Academy
• Access to fully funded apprenticeships (subject to eligibility)
• 1,000 for your chosen course for development once you complete our Buddy programme (subject to eligibility)
• Access to Supported Study Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Annual Free English Course accredited by UCL Centre for Languages & International Education
• Opportunity to explore other roles within Imperial London Hotels after 1 year of service
Extended Benefits:
• Technology Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Electrical Car Scheme for senior management positions only (subject to eligibility)