Commis Chef - Number One

Permanent The Balmoral Edinburgh, Scotland ">APPLY

The Balmoral is located at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, where the Old Town stops and the New Town begins. Our hotel’s majestic clock defines the city’s skyline and since the day we opened in 1902 it has run three minutes fast to ensure our guests will never miss their train.

The Position

Are you passionate about innovative, quality cuisine and the finest seasonal produce? Interested in beginning or taking your career to the next level at a world-leading luxury hotel? Then Rocco Forte Hotels would love to invite you to join us as Commis Chef.

You will join a dedicated kitchen team, supporting the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef.

You will be a perfectionist, passionate about high-end food and wine, and well-versed in techniques and ideas from international cuisines. Alongside your exceptional culinary skills, taste, and technique, you will be capable of self-direction and self-reliance in a busy hotel kitchen " bringing a comparable experience in a luxury dining environment.

Join Head Chef Mathew Sherry and his team in our 4 AA Rosette number one restaurant. Number One offers a Seasonal Tasting menu of favorite Scottish and British produce. Current menu items may include Shetland salmon, Orkney scallops, North Sea halibut, Pittenweem lobster 45-day aged Scottish Beef, and our own Balmoral honey.

With excellent opportunities for personal and professional development, your skill, commitment, and pride in your work will make you an integral part of the Rocco Forte family.

Why join us at Rocco Forte Hotels?

At Rocco Forte Hotels, we are committed to giving our Team Members the skills and support required to deliver unrivaled service, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. As a member of The Balmoral team, you will also enjoy a fantastic range of perks, benefits and rewards including:

• 29 Holidays pro-rata per year
• Uniform provided and complimentary laundry service
• Occupational Pension Scheme
• Meals on Duty
• £25 per night discounted rates at Rocco Forte Hotels
• 50% discount on food and beverage
• 25% discount on Spa Treatments
• 20% discount on products in the Health Spa
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Recognition & Reward Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Local Retailer Discounts
• Employee Social Events
• Employee Assistance Programme

£27K expected package (includes discretionary service charge)