Commis Chef

The Role

A commis chef runs a specific section in a kitchen and reports to the Head Chef. The role is made up of many varying responsibilities including:

• Preparing, cooking and presenting all manner of dishes to a high standard
• Assisting with the management of health and safety
• Assisting with the management of food hygiene practices 
• Monitoring portion and waste control
• Overseeing the maintenance of kitchen and food safety standards 

The more general skills that all good Chef de Parties should possess include:

• Knowledge and the ability to run a section.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Ability to communicate with all sections of the kitchen. 
• Team management skills 
• High level of attention to detail 
• Good level of numeracy basic computer skills 
• Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge plus those around you. 
• Adapt well to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes. 
• Positive and approachable manner 
• Team player qualities 

About Us

Few music venues can confidently claim to have something for everyone – YES, however, has always done things differently. The brainchild of acclaimed Manchester independent promoters Now Wave, the venue is famed for catering to a whole variety of styles across its four floors without an ounce of compromise on its personality. YES’ rooftop bar is the city’s finest vantage point to kick back with a cocktail and look out over the post-industrial city skyline. On long summer evenings, expect DJs on the roof. Just downstairs, YES’ Pink Room is the venue’s main live music space. At 250 capacity, the Pink Room is home to established artists on the rise – and Now Wave are exceptionally plugged into the most exciting emerging talent. In the daytime, the Pink Room hosts occasional film screenings and independent shopping fairs. The main bar – on the ground floor as you enter from Charles Street – remains a great meeting place for a chat and a catch-up, be it over a coffee or the venue’s impressive craft beer roster. By night, on weekdays and at weekends there are DJs playing anything from dance and soul to house and world funk in the main bar, which can quickly transition into an impromptu dancefloor. And finally, YES’ 60 capacity basement venue space remains your strongest chance of seeing next year’s hottest new act. A venue where it’s possible to pop in for a lunchtime coffee and stumble out twelve hours later having seen a film, a band, some DJs and danced at a club night until closing time. Very Manchester.

Why work for us?

• Free guestlist to our events and festivals
• Bottomless soft drinks on shift
• Free CODE app staff membership with loads of discounts on pubs, bars & gyms
  
• Free counselling through our 24/7 employee helpline provided by Hospitality Action
• Cycle to Work Scheme

The Process

1. Click the ‘Apply Now’ button.
2. Fill in the details and attach your CV.
3. We’ll contact you to invite you to come in and have a chat with the senior team.
4. We’ll then invite you to do a trial and meet more of the team - need to see if the chemistry is there.
5. All going well, you’ll be welcomed into the team!

The Role

A commis chef runs a specific section in a kitchen and reports to the Head Chef. The role is made up of many varying responsibilities including:

• Preparing, cooking and presenting all manner of dishes to a high standard
• Assisting with the management of health and safety
• Assisting with the management of food hygiene practices 
• Monitoring portion and waste control
• Overseeing the maintenance of kitchen and food safety standards 

The more general skills that all good Chef de Parties should possess include:

• Knowledge and the ability to run a section.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Ability to communicate with all sections of the kitchen. 
• Team management skills 
• High level of attention to detail 
• Good level of numeracy basic computer skills 
• Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge plus those around you. 
• Adapt well to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes. 
• Positive and approachable manner 
• Team player qualities 

About Us

Few music venues can confidently claim to have something for everyone – YES, however, has always done things differently. The brainchild of acclaimed Manchester independent promoters Now Wave, the venue is famed for catering to a whole variety of styles across its four floors without an ounce of compromise on its personality. YES’ rooftop bar is the city’s finest vantage point to kick back with a cocktail and look out over the post-industrial city skyline. On long summer evenings, expect DJs on the roof. Just downstairs, YES’ Pink Room is the venue’s main live music space. At 250 capacity, the Pink Room is home to established artists on the rise – and Now Wave are exceptionally plugged into the most exciting emerging talent. In the daytime, the Pink Room hosts occasional film screenings and independent shopping fairs. The main bar – on the ground floor as you enter from Charles Street – remains a great meeting place for a chat and a catch-up, be it over a coffee or the venue’s impressive craft beer roster. By night, on weekdays and at weekends there are DJs playing anything from dance and soul to house and world funk in the main bar, which can quickly transition into an impromptu dancefloor. And finally, YES’ 60 capacity basement venue space remains your strongest chance of seeing next year’s hottest new act. A venue where it’s possible to pop in for a lunchtime coffee and stumble out twelve hours later having seen a film, a band, some DJs and danced at a club night until closing time. Very Manchester.

Why work for us?

• Free guestlist to our events and festivals
• Bottomless soft drinks on shift
• Free CODE app staff membership with loads of discounts on pubs, bars & gyms
  
• Free counselling through our 24/7 employee helpline provided by Hospitality Action
• Cycle to Work Scheme

The Process

1. Click the ‘Apply Now’ button.
2. Fill in the details and attach your CV.
3. We’ll contact you to invite you to come in and have a chat with the senior team.
4. We’ll then invite you to do a trial and meet more of the team - need to see if the chemistry is there.
5. All going well, you’ll be welcomed into the team!