- Location
- 87–135 Brompton Road (View map)London SW1X 7XLUK
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- £34,452/year
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
About Harrods
Established in 1849, Harrods is one of the world’s most celebrated luxury department stores, distinguished by its Knightsbridge address, exceptional product selection and tradition of attentive service. As an employer, it brings together expertise across fashion, beauty, fine jewellery, food, hospitality, buying, digital commerce and corporate functions. Its environment combines British retail heritage with the evolving expectations of an international clientele, placing particular importance on product knowledge, discretion and operational precision. For professionals drawn to luxury retail, Harrods offers the opportunity to contribute to a globally recognised institution where commercial expertise and thoughtful customer service shape the experience of the brand.
Harrods seeks a Commis Chef for overnight fresh-juice production in its Knightsbridge Production Kitchen, working 9pm–6am five nights out of seven. The permanent, full-time role covers ingredient preparation through bottling, labelling and delivery, with responsibility for product quality, food safety and production records; salary is £34,452 plus variable tronc.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare fruit in accordance with approved recipes and daily production requirements.
- Safely operate, clean and sanitise commercial juicers, blenders and associated equipment.
- Bottle and seal finished juices, and accurately label them with required product information.
- Complete production and food-safety records, including temperature checks and wastage sheets, and ensure effective stock rotation.
- Report ingredient shortages, equipment faults and quality concerns, and provide a clear handover to the daytime team.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a professional kitchen or food-production environment is beneficial; specific juice-production experience is not essential.
- Dependability, organisation and comfort working autonomously.
- Ability to work accurately at pace, follow recipes and food-safety procedures carefully, and produce consistently high-quality products.
- Excellent attention to detail when following recipes, labelling products and completing records.
- Ability to organise workload and meet daily production deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Understanding of hygiene, allergen controls, temperature monitoring and stock rotation.
- Clear communication when reporting equipment faults, ingredient shortages or production concerns.
- Comfort with the physical requirements of the role, including standing for extended periods and lifting or moving ingredients, bottles and crates.
- A positive approach, reliability and willingness to learn how the production operation works.
Skills
Experience
Previous experience in a professional kitchen or food-production environment is beneficial; specific juice-production experience is not essential.
Workplace
The role is situated in London, England, UK.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is GBP 34,452 per annum.
Benefits
Variable tronc; generous discounts across Harrods stores and restaurants; night-shift allowance; enhanced overtime payments; Band 1 benefits package; opportunities to learn new skills and gain experience across other areas of the Production Kitchen.
Culture
Harrods’ workplace culture is shaped by its heritage as an iconic British luxury retailer, with a strong emphasis on exceptional service, product expertise and meticulous attention to detail. Its dynamic, international environment brings together teams across retail, dining and specialist services, where collaboration and discretion are central to delivering a distinctive customer experience.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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