Commis Chef - London
Be part of something special from the start! We're recruiting now for this exciting role, with a planned start date in January 2026, giving you the perfect time to prepare for your next career chapter. Join the founding team of this brand new concept and make your mark on an exciting fresh venture.
What This Role Is Here To Do (Role Purpose)As a Commis Chef at Poolhouse, your role is to learn the foundations of professional cookery while supporting the smooth running of the kitchen. You'll work under the guidance of senior chefs, helping with preparation, cooking, and organisation. This is a hands-on learning role where curiosity, teamwork, and attention to detail are key. With dedication, you'll gain the skills needed to grow into more senior kitchen positions.
What Success Looks Like
* Prep and basic cooking tasks completed accurately, efficiently, and on time
Section kept tidy, stocked, and guest-ready with support from senior chef
Clear, respectful communication with teammates and managers
Willingness to learn and take feedback positively
Consistent progress in skills, speed, and confidence
Supporting the team during busy service without losing focus
Where This Role Can Take YouWith experience and development, this role could grow into:
* Chef de Partie
Our Way of WorkingEvery part of this role should be delivered with care, curiosity, and integrity, in line with our Poolhouse values: Experience Obsessed, Seek Excellence, Integrity, Take Care, and Elite Sports Team Mentality.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Enthusiasm for food and learning
Good work ethic and willingness to get stuck in
Organised and tidy approach to tasks
Commitment to hygiene and safety standards
Team player with good communication skills
Positive attitude under pressure
Ambition to grow into senior kitchen roles
Benefits
Assist with food preparation and basic cooking under supervision
Keep work areas clean, organised, and stocked
Follow hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness standards at all times
Label and store ingredients correctly, reducing waste
Support senior chefs during busy service
Ask questions, seek feedback, and proactively learn new skills
Take pride in accuracy, presentation, and consistency
Benefits
* Employee 'Success Share Scheme'
* Free Health Assured EAP membership (counselling, life coaching, legal and financial support)
* Perks and Discounts platform
* 100 Monthly Employee rewards
* Medicash Health Cash plan
* Wagestream access (early pay & savings tools)
* Paid volunteer day for a charity of your choice
* A Duvet Day Allowance
* Birthdays off
* Free nutritious meals at work
* Twice yearly Poolhouse Socials