Commis Chef

We’re currently recruiting for a Commis Chef to join our talented Restaurants team at our iconic Knightsbridge store. Working alongside our experienced chefs, you’ll prepare high-quality dishes and contribute to the exceptional dining experiences for which Harrods is acclaimed for.

You’ll receive a competitive salary of £34,883 per year, along with access to our renowned Harrods benefits, including generous discounts across our stores and restaurants.

About the Role

As a Commis Chef, you’ll be a key member of our kitchen brigade, supporting the preparation and delivery of high-quality dishes for our customers.

Working closely with the Chef de Partie and the wider kitchen team, you’ll contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of your section. Throughout each service, you’ll maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation, safety and organisation.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Preparing ingredients and dishes in line with agreed recipes, specifications and presentation standards.

- Supporting the Chef de Partie with the efficient day-to-day running of your section.

- Ensuring ingredients and prepared food are stored, labelled and rotated correctly.

- Monitoring stock levels and communicating replenishment requirements to the Chef de Partie.

- Maintaining excellent standards of food safety, hygiene and sanitation.

- Minimising waste by following recipes, portion controls and production requirements accurately.

- Keeping your section clean, organised and fully prepared for service.

This is a fully on-site role, working five days out of seven.

About You

You’ll have experience working in a professional kitchen, ideally within a five-star hotel, premium restaurant, fine-dining kitchen or another high-quality hospitality environment. You’ll have a genuine passion for food and take pride in preparing dishes to consistently high standards.

Enthusiastic, dependable and eager to learn, you’ll communicate clearly, follow instructions carefully and work collaboratively with the wider kitchen team. You’ll also be motivated to develop your culinary knowledge and build a successful career at Harrods.

You will bring:

- Practical experience preparing ingredients and dishes in a professional kitchen.

- A good understanding of cooking methods, kitchen equipment and food preparation techniques.

- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, allergen controls and stock rotation.

- Strong organisational and time-management skills.

- Excellent attention to detail across food preparation, presentation and record-keeping.

- The ability to remain calm, focused and reliable in a busy kitchen environment.

- A positive and collaborative approach to teamwork, learning and professional development.

This is a fully on-site role, working five days out of seven.

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and a destination for some of the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

At the heart of that experience is our diverse collection of restaurants, where talented kitchen teams combine expertise, creativity and exceptional ingredients to deliver memorable dining experiences. Every dish is prepared with care and reflects the quality, attention to detail and craftsmanship our customers expect from Harrods.

Our Promise to You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers, and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As a Commis Chef, you’ll work alongside experienced chefs in a supportive environment where you can strengthen your culinary skills, broaden your knowledge and build confidence in a professional kitchen.

We’ll provide the training, guidance and practical experience you need to develop your career, while giving you the opportunity to contribute to the exceptional standards for which Harrods is renowned.

Uniquely You

Whilst our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you can demonstrate the majority of skills and strong experience to thrive in this role, we would encourage you to apply.

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

If you want to know more about our people and our culture, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, Facebook or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods

*The amount of tronc you receive will vary and is not guaranteed by either Harrods Ltd or the Troncmaster. However, the Troncmaster will always distribute 100% funds available each period according to the Rules, a copy of which will be provided to all members

Additional Information:

Time Type:
Permanent
Department:
Harrods Burger (Renato Preziuso)