Commis Chef

Job Ref: 4C1697

Branch: The Westin London City

Location: The Westin London City, London (Central)

Salary/Benefits: Market Salary + Service Charge

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 40

Posted date: 07/10/2026

Closing date: 18/11/2026

JOIN OUR FAMILY

The Westin London City boasts an impressive riverside location and spectacular views over London’s historic River Thames. Overlooking Shakespeare’s Globe and the striking Tate Modern, our luxury spa hotel offers 226 guest rooms, suites and residences impeccably designed with the Westin Heavenly Bed, sleek bathrooms and free high-speed Wi-Fi. Guests are invited to indulge in an array of Westin services and amenities.

Our mission is “To be the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most, while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves.”

At The Westin London City, our employees are at the heart of bringing our wellness mission to life. We empower you to enhance the guest experience and reach your full potential in roles you undertake with pride by providing an enriching and supportive work culture.

Join our team at The Westin London City and be part of crafting distinctive guest experiences, just moments from some of London’s most iconic landmarks.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COMMIS CHEF AT THE WESTIN LONDON CITY HOTEL

What you'll be doing...

Reporting to the Sous Chef, you can expect your working day to include the following.

• Set the standards with regards to preparation and presentation of the food offering.
• Engaging and communicating with guests regarding the breakfast offering.
• Manage your breakfast service and ensure agreed standards are achieved
• To carry out any other reasonable task requested by a member of the management team, to enable the business to run efficiently and smoothly
• To assist other sections of the kitchen in the production and service of food or the cleaning down of the section as and when required due to the workload
• To maintain constant quality control of all food prepared and cooked ensuring it is to the Head Chef’s and Restaurant standards.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

We hire mostly on personality potential but here are a few of our requirements...

To succeed in the role of Commis Chef, you will need the following qualities and skills.

• Understand and adhere to the company’s rules and regulations on all policies and procedures such as fire, hygiene, health safety and licensing regulations.
• Ensure a safe working environment identifying potential hazards and taking corrective action.
• To be flexible in your approach, and able to assist the Sous Chef and any other members of the kitchen brigade when required
• A team player who thrives in the hustle and bustle of a busy kitchen department
• Someone who is passionate about food and willing to learn
• Previous experience in a similar role, at commis level
• An understanding of quality control and kitchen standards
• Experience in a similar role in a 5 star hotel or a desire to learn

WHAT WE OFFER

You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people and enhances our overall culture...

• Flexible working (subject to role and probationary review)
• Staff accommodation rates across UK (Marriott 4C Group Hotels)
• Life Assurance Cover
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Technology Scheme
• Health Cash Plan (HSF)
• Referral Bonus Scheme
• Workplace pension scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellbeing Support
• Eyecare vouchers
• Continuous Learning Development opportunities
• Recognition Programme
• Opportunity to attend Social events.
• Free Meals on Duty

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

4C Group and The Westin London City are an equal opportunity employer.

About 4C Group

4C Group is a global organisation that manages and develops properties and hotels in key business districts and leisure hot spots across the UK, Middle East, Africa and Canada. The company was formed in 2010, building on the foundations of a family property business that stretches back to the 1990s. The group’s mission is to operate sustainably, delight guests and investors, whilst striving to deliver a positive environmental and social impact within local communities.

The Westin London City boasts an impressive riverside location and spectacular views over London’s historic River Thames. Overlooking Shakespeare’s Globe and the striking Tate Modern, our luxury spa hotel offers 225 guest rooms, suites and residences impeccably designed with the Westin Heavenly Bed, sleek bathrooms and free high-speed Wi-Fi.