Harrods Commis Chef
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- £15/hour
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
Commis Chef at Harrods Knightsbridge, London. Join our luxury dining team in a permanent, full-time culinary role with competitive hourly pay and exceptional benefits.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare and organise ingredients according to section requirements and kitchen standards
- Maintain stock rotation, labelling, and organisation of food items stored in designated areas
- Complete all administrative tasks for assigned section within specified deadlines
- Enforce and comply with Food Safety standards, maintaining high standards of hygiene and sanitation in all food-related outlets
- Support the Chef de Partie in kitchen operations and service delivery
- Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment throughout shifts
- Assist in the preparation and presentation of dishes meeting Harrods' quality standards
Qualifications
- Knowledge and passion for food and drink
- Experience working within a 5-star hotel or high-end restaurant environment
- Strong understanding of Food Safety standards and practices
- Excellent time-management skills
- Strong attention to detail
Skills
Experience
Experience working in a 5-star hotel or high-end restaurant kitchen environment is essential. Candidates should demonstrate practical culinary knowledge and familiarity with professional kitchen operations and protocols.
Education
No specific formal educational qualifications stated; culinary training or food service qualifications are beneficial but not explicitly required.
Workplace
The role is situated in London, England, UK.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is GBP 15 per hour.
Benefits
Staff canteen; 30 days' annual leave including bank holidays plus birthday off; up to 33% Harrods discount and additional employee benefits; set contracted hours with overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate; minimal late evenings with majority of shifts finishing by 10pm
About Cerulean
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