Commis Chef
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for a passionate and driven Commis Chef to join our successful team at The Kitchin.
This is a full-time position, working Tuesday to Saturday.
Our Michelin star restaurant with Chef Tom Kitchin at the helm has received numerous awards and accolades, and is known for its outstanding focus on local, seasonal produce and its ‘From Nature to Plate’ ethos.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive rate of pay
- Set days off (Sunday and Monday)
- All credit card and cash tips, including service charges are shared with staff
- Paid for any additional hours worked over contracted hours
- Staff uniform allowance paid in first month
- Discounts on your food bill at all our venues
- Free employee helpline to support you with whatever life throws at you
- A range of benefits from discounted gym memberships to discounts on your high street shopping
- Company pension scheme
- Joining an exciting and expanding organisation with development opportunities
- The opportunity to make lifelong friendS
Ideal candidates should:
- Have a background of working in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Demonstrate passion and enthusiasm for food, ingredients and recipes
- Have strong attention to detail
- Enjoy working as part of a busy team, as well as autonomously
- Have great multi-tasking skills, performing methodically and calmly
- Adopt a flexible attitude to hours and daily tasks
- Understand working efficiently under pressure.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £28,315.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edinburgh: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: TK/COMMIS/FEB
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: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Commis Chef roles across The Kitchin'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 General.
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 £28,315 - £28,315 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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