Breakfast Commis Chef

**Job Identification:**
**Job Category:** Culinary
**Job Schedule:** Full time
**Salary** Competitive
Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Breakfast Commis Chef to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury hotel opening later this year.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced luxury hotelier to join the founding team and help shape the guest experience at this landmark hotel.
Located at the end of The Mall opposite Buckingham Palace, Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch will feature 100 elegant rooms and suites and 17,500 sqft of private residences. The hotel will open with two signature restaurants - Coreus by Clare Smyth and Caf Boulud by Daniel Boulud - bringing together two of the worlds most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs. Guests will also enjoy a world-class spa, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and a collection of grand event spaces, including a ballroom for up to 320 guests.
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is Hiltons flagship luxury brand, known for its timeless elegance, iconic properties, and sincerely elevated service that delivers bespoke, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the worlds most sought-after destinations.
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**A World of Rewards**
Competitive salary + service charge
Complimentary, nourishing meals provided while on duty
Exceptional development programmes, designed to support and accelerate your growth at every stage
Opportunities to make a meaningful impact through our industryleading Corporate Responsibility initiatives
Team Member Travel Programme, offering exclusive discounted stays and 50% off food & beverage
High street savings through Perks at Work
28 days holiday, including bank holidays, rising to 33 days with length of service
We are looking for hospitality professionals who are passionate about delivering an exceptional fives star guest experience, consistently upholding the worldclass service standards recognised by Forbes.
**Here's what you'll do during a typical day:**
As a Breakfast Commis Chef, you will play a key role in delivering an exceptional morning dining experience, ensuring breakfast service and buffet presentations reflect the highest standards of quality, consistency, and refinement expected in a luxury hotel environment.
Working under the guidance of senior chefs, you will develop your culinary skills while supporting food quality, hygiene standards, and cost awareness. Your responsibilities will include performing the following to the highest professional standards:
Assist in the preparation and presentation of breakfast and buffet items, ensuring alignment with hotel and brand guidelines
Support mise en place preparation for breakfast service and any additional meal periods as required
Maintain impeccable cleanliness and organisation across all work areas, adhering strictly to food safety and crosscontamination procedures
Ensure all food items are stored correctly and meet required quality standards
Respond supportively and professionally to guest requests or feedback as directed by senior kitchen team members
Assist with basic food cost control measures to support departmental financial targets
Work collaboratively with other departments and kitchen sections to ensure seamless service delivery
Report any maintenance, hygiene, or safety concerns promptly to protect kitchen standards and efficiency
Comply fully with hotel security procedures, fire safety regulations, and all health, safety, and food hygiene legislation
Actively support sustainable and environmentally responsible kitchen practices
**What are we looking for?**
A Breakfast Commis Chef within Hiltons luxury portfolio demonstrates eagerness to learn, pride in workmanship, and a commitment to delivering elevated breakfast experiences. To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent professional culinary qualification
Current Basic Food Hygiene certification
A positive, professional, and teamoriented attitude
Clear communication skills within a fastpaced kitchen environment
Ability to perform consistently under pressure
Capability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Previous kitchen experience in similar role
Intermediate food hygiene qualification
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A passion for spreading the light and warmth of **Hospitality** . Acting with **Integrity** and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through **Leadership** . A belief that **Teamwork** drives the best outcomes. A sense of **Ownership** and accountability. And a focus on the **Now** , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.
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At Hilton, we dont just deliver exceptional experiences for our guestswe build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, weve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
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