Commis Chef - Whiskey and Seaweed - Clare Smyth

Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Commis Chef for Whiskey & Seaweed 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 Café Boulud by Daniel Boulud - bringing together two of the world’s 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 Hilton’s flagship luxury brand, known for its timeless elegance, iconic properties, and sincerely elevated service that delivers bespoke, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the world’s most sought-after destinations. 

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK’s #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026 
  Proudly voted by our Team Members 

A World of Rewards 

• 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 industry‑leading 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 Commis Chef for Whiskey & Seaweed, you will support the culinary team in the preparation and presentation of refined, highquality cuisine, contributing to an exceptional Guest and Member dining experience. You will execute precise mise en place, uphold exacting culinary standards, and actively support departmental performance objectives. Your responsibilities will include the following, delivered with excellence and professionalism:

• Produce consistently exceptional cuisine in alignment with Hilton’s luxury brand standards 
• Execute all kitchen tasks with precision, efficiency, and timeliness 
• Support kitchen revenue performance through disciplined food cost control practices 
• Provide proactive and reliable support to the kitchen brigade 
• Prepare and present dishes to exacting standards, in accordance with brand and company guidelines 
• Maintain impeccably clean work areas, ensuring strict adherence to cross‑contamination protocols 
• Complete all required mise‑en‑place for assigned menus and service periods 
• Foster positive interdepartmental collaboration and professional working relationships 
• Promptly identify and report maintenance, hygiene, or safety concerns 
• Fully comply with hotel security policies, fire regulations, and all health, safety, and food hygiene legislation 
• Demonstrate clear awareness of departmental targets and actively contribute to their achievement 
• Consistently meet and uphold the highest health and hygiene standards 
• Operate with environmental awareness, supporting the hotel’s sustainability commitments

What are we looking for?
 A Commis Chef within Hilton’s luxury portfolio acts with integrity, professionalism, and a guest‑first mindset—working collaboratively to uphold the highest culinary standards. To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience as a Commis Chef or Apprentice Chef within a professional kitchen
• NVQ Level 1 qualification or equivalent
• A positive, motivated, and professional attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform calmly and effectively under pressure
• Proven capability to follow instruction while contributing to a high‑performing team
• A clear passion for learning and long‑term development in a culinary hospitality career
• Proof of completion of a basic food hygiene certification
• A genuine passion for food, technique, and the culinary arts
• Completion of an accredited commercial cookery course or culinary apprenticeship
• Experience multitasking within environments that demand rigorous operational and quality standards

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• NVQ Level 2 qualification
• Previous experience as a Commis Chef or Apprentice Chef Previous experience within a luxury or ultraluxury hospitality is highly desirable.

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

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.