Commis Chefs (from £14.50 per hour)
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Position Overview & Specifications
We’re looking for a hard working Commis Chef, who is hands on and passionate about food. You will join our motivated, hardworking team in our reputable and well-established Loch Fyne Edinburgh kitchen. The pay package consists of basic hourly rate and guaranteed share of tronc (service charge), which can vary from month to month depending on how busy we are but in July and August can be even more than advertised. Although this a seasonal role, it can become permanent if we have a permanent vacancy.
Benefits for you:
- We offer competitive rates of pay
- Great discounts including 33% off all Metro and Greene King pubs
- Heavily discounted stays in our hotels.
- 50% discount on staff meals
- And many more
This role is one which could lead to further development for the right candidate, so we are looking for that shining star that has an understanding of a fresh produce and busy kitchen and the ability to learn quickly and enjoy the role.
Fancy joining us? Here’s what you need:
- A National Insurance Number and bank account
- Good written and spoken English
- The right to work in the UK
Submit your application today to hear from our team
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract
Contract length: 4 months
Salary: From £14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
Yes
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Restaurants & Cafes
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Commis Chefs (from £14.50 per hour) roles across Loch Fyne Seafood & Grill's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Restaurants & Cafes.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £15 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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