Key Skills
Job Description
We need an exceptional and passionate Commis Chef to join our Kitchen team in London. If you are motivated, organised, a people person through and through and have a genuine desire to be part of something big then your journey should start here. Help us to create an unforgettable experience. Be a part of Europe’s fastest moving, ground-breaking, lifestyle & hospitality brand. WHY GENERATOR? Generator was born in London and has grown into a global brand of social hospitality, with spaces across Europe and beyond. We’ve been recognised as one of Fast Company’s Top 50 Most Innovative Companies globally, and we never stop challenging convention. Everything we do comes back to one mission: BE YOURSELF. We create safe, vibrant, seriously social spaces inspired by the cities we call home. About Generator Amsterdam Winner of the Hospitality Design Best Economy Hotel Award. Ride your bicycle along café-lined waterways, visit the most creative shops around De Pijp or just kick back by the canal and try a few cold Dutch beers. It’s pretty hard to get stressed in Amsterdam, but having a good time is easy. Generator Amsterdam is located in the up-and-coming eastern side of the city overlooking Oosterpark. This former zoological university building can accommodate 564 guests in 168 twin and quadruple rooms with incredible views on the surrounding and en-suite bathrooms. There is also one luxury apartment for six people with views of the park and a self-catered kitchen. It has flexible and spacious social areas, filled with creative design touches like glass-fronted elevators, a raised café and an outdoor terrace. We’ve turned the former lecture hall into an impressive chill-out lounge and bar, while the old library is now a relaxation and private events room. The basement and café are now dining destinations and the original boiler room has become a secret late-night bar. What You’ll Do Prepare and present high-quality dishes within company guidelines Ensure our guests receive an exceptional level of service and want to return and encourage a guest service attitude in staff Anticipate guests’ needs and provide service to exceed their expectations Prepare all mis-en-place for all relevant menus Be aware of departmental targets and strive to achieve them as part of the team Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross contamination Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues to your manager Comply with company security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation Constantly improve product knowledge to maximize revenue and the service provided Carry out any other duties as may be requested by the Head Chef that is relevant to the job Naturally this is not intended as an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties as may be reasonably required will form part of this job description. Who You Are Love cooking Be creative, innovative & love great food Always keep cool under pressure Show commerciality with a strong passion for driving revenue Understand stock-control and keep costs to a minimum Be a ‘people person’, social and always love our guests Like getting your hands dirty, wherever, whenever, because you will be an excellent communicator Available to work when needed You must be eligible to work in the EU to be considered for this role YOUR EXPERIENCE Experience working within the food industry in a similar role A genuine interest and enthusiasm for food and service A passion for trending Food concepts locally and elsewhere Understand the food business and be passionate about maximising revenue WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU – Our Benefits Include 2 free nights at any Generator property globally Reduced room rates for you, your friends and your family International career opportunities, so you can travel the world while working with us A birthday holiday on top of your annual leave Fertility Treatment Support Leave: up to three days’ paid leave in any one year Company contribution towards gym membership and other health and wellbeing initiatives SO YOU THINK THIS MIGHT BE YOU? Apply now, and if you have any questions, please let us know. To see what we’re all about, take a look at jobs.staygenerator.com or our social media pages. We look forward to hearing from you. Join us and help us achieve our Vision!
Core Responsibilities
Prepare and present high-quality dishes, complete mise en place, and provide attentive service that exceeds guest expectations. Maintain clean and safe work areas, prevent cross-contamination, follow food safety and security requirements, and contribute to departmental targets and revenue.
Requirements
Candidates should have experience in a similar role in the food industry, a genuine enthusiasm for food and service, and an interest in local and international food trends. They should be creative, organized, commercially minded, comfortable with stock and cost control, strong communicators, available as needed, and eligible to work in the EU.
Benefits
- Two Free Nights At Any Generator Property Globally
- Reduced Room Rates For Employees, Friends, And Family
- International Career Opportunities
- Birthday Holiday In Addition To Annual Leave
- Fertility Treatment Support Leave
- Company Contribution Toward Gym Membership
- Health And Wellbeing Initiatives
About Generator
Industry: Hospitality
Company size: 501-1,000 employees
Voted by Fast Company as one of the top 50 Most Innovative Global Companies, Generator provides unique, experience and design-led accommodation options located in 16 destinations across Europe & the U.S. Pioneers of affordable luxury and masters of the social experience, Generator’s properties include a range of room types from shared to private bedrooms, chill-out areas, bars, cafes and a variety of spaces available for private hire. Be part of Generator on LinkedIn and keep up with news, moves and the latest exciting job opportunities.