Commis Chef (Part Time) - Courtyard by Marriott Aberdeen Airport

Commis Chef – Courtyard

Are you passionate about food and looking to build on your kitchen experience in a supportive hotel environment? We're looking for a Commis Chef to join our kitchen team at Courtyard, helping us deliver high-quality food and great experiences for our guests.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with some previous kitchen experience who enjoys cooking, takes pride in their work, and wants to be part of a positive and professional team.

This role offers stable hours, strong brand standards, and the backing of the world's largest hotel company.

About the Role

We'd love for you to come and meet our hiring manager at the hotel. If this role sounds like a good fit, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

This is a permanent, part-time position, working 32 hours per week over 4 days at £12.95 per hour. Shifts are primarily evenings and focused on supporting dinner service.

At Marriott, guest satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do. Our kitchen team takes real pride in delivering consistently high standards, working together to create quality dishes that leave a lasting impression on our guests.

Key Responsibilities

Once trained and settled in, you'll be expected to confidently support the kitchen team by:

• Preparing and cooking menu items in line with recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines


• Supporting the smooth running of dinner service and ensuring food is delivered to a high standard


• Assisting with food preparation and mise en place ahead of service


• Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, allergen awareness, and cleanliness standards


• Monitoring food quality and portion control


• Communicating effectively with fellow chefs and front-of-house teams during service


• Assisting with kitchen cleaning duties and closing procedures


• Completing food logs, temperature checks, and other required records


• Supporting the wider kitchen team during busy periods

What We're Looking For

• Some previous kitchen experience, whether in a restaurant, hotel, café, or similar environment is preferred


• A positive attitude and willingness to learn


• A strong work ethic and team-first approach


• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards


• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and across different days of the week


• Passion for food quality and guest satisfaction


• Someone who can remain calm and organised during busy service periods

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Courtyard by Marriott, our culture is our biggest perk. We recognise great work, support one another, and create an environment where people enjoy coming to work.

Whether you're looking for a role that fits around other commitments or a stable position within a professional hotel kitchen, you'll be part of a supportive team that takes pride in delivering great food and great guest experiences.

Benefits & Wellbeing

• Use of the Hotel Gym


• Benefit Hub access - discounts across major retail brands


• Wisdom Wellbeing - 24/7 support for you and your family

Travel & Dining Perks

• Marriott Associate Rates and discounts for friends and family


• 20% off at Marriott food & beverage outlets