Commis Chef

Commis Chef - Cognito

Cognito is a contemporary Pan-Asian restaurant located on Saxilby Road, offering an exciting dining experience that combines bold flavours, an indulgent sharing menu and a vibrant atmosphere.

Our Japanese inspired restaurant is set within a premium cocktail lounge, bringing together exceptional food, carefully curated drinks and a team of upbeat, passionate individuals.

Working hours: 30–40 hours per week

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Commis Chef to join our kitchen team.

As an independent business, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and energetic working environment. The successful candidate will work closely with our Head Chef and chef team, assisting with the day to day running of the kitchen and delivering consistently high standards of food.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills, gain experience in Pan Asian cuisine and progress within a passionate kitchen team.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a genuine passion for fresh food and a willingness to learn
• Have some previous kitchen experience, although Japanese cuisine experience is not essential
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Assist with food preparation and maintaining high standards of presentation
• Follow food hygiene and safety procedures, helping maintain our 5-star hygiene rating
• Have good organisational and communication skills
• Be well presented and professional
• Work well as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Be enthusiastic, reliable and keen to develop their culinary skills
• Support the senior chefs in delivering a consistently high standard of service

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for hospitality and is excited to be part of a growing independent restaurant.

If you are passionate about food, eager to learn and ready to take the next step in your kitchen career, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: £8.00-£12.71 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lincoln LN1 2BG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Chef: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person