Commiss Chef

Are you ready to start your culinary journey?

Upstairs at the Grill, one of Chester's leading fine dining steakhouses, is looking for an enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our talented kitchen team. Inspired by classic Manhattan steakhouses, we're renowned for premium steaks, fresh food, exceptional produce and delivering an outstanding dining experience.

This is the perfect opportunity for an aspiring chef to build a successful career in a professional kitchen, learning from experienced chefs while developing your skills in a supportive and high-quality environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the kitchen team with food preparation and service
• Learn to prepare and cook high-quality dishes using fresh, premium ingredients
• Assist Chef de Parties and Sous Chefs across different sections of the kitchen
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, safety and cleanliness standards
• Help with stock rotation, deliveries and daily kitchen organisation
• Develop your culinary skills through hands-on training and coaching

About You

• A genuine passion for food and a desire to build a career as a chef
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
• Able to work well as part of a busy kitchen team
• Reliable, hardworking and eager to take on new challenges
• Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential—we'll help you develop your skills

What We Offer

• Up to £12.71 per hour plus up to £3 per hour Tip Jar
• Excellent work/life balance
• Structured training and career development opportunities
• Learn from an experienced and supportive kitchen brigade
• Opportunities to progress within the business
• Staff discounts across our group restaurants
• Free meals on shift and enhanced family benefits

If you're passionate about food and ready to begin your culinary career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join the talented team at Upstairs at the Grill, where you'll develop your skills in one of Chester's most respected fine dining restaurants.