Apprentice - Commis Chef

Premier Selection Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on Duty

Share of Tips

Job summary

Premier Selection Limited is seeking a passionate Commis Chef in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire. You will be trained personally by the award-winning Chef Owner, starting with starters and desserts before progressing to main courses.

You don't need lots of experience—your enthusiasm and commitment to growth matter most. A 40-hour week with two days off, meals on duty, and a share of tips await you; you must be legally able to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• No extensive experience required; enthusiasm and willingness to learn are valued.
• Must be legally able to work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Train under an award-winning Chef Owner, starting with starters and desserts and progressing to mains.
• Develop practical cooking skills on a day-to-day basis and contribute to an active kitchen; work in a fast-paced environment.

Job description

Are you a passionate Commis Chef looking for the perfect start to your culinary career? This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a Commis Chef to work directly alongside a talented, award-winning Chef Owner in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire - a genuinely special chance to learn your craft from someone at the very top of their game.

As Commis Chef, you’ll be trained personally by the Chef Owner, starting with starters and desserts before progressing to main courses and beyond. You’ll develop real, hands-on cooking skills every single day - building a strong foundation that will serve your career for years to come. The previous Commis Chef thrived in this role for over two years, which tells you everything about the quality of the environment.

We’re looking for a Commis Chef who is enthusiastic, eager to learn and based in or around Peterborough with their own transport. You don’t need lots of experience - what matters is your passion for food and your commitment to growing as a chef. A normal working week is 40 hours, with two set days off plus Saturday mornings and Sunday evenings free.

• 40 Hour Working Week
• Salary at NMW (to start)
• Share of Tips (typically £60-£100 per week)
• Meals on Duty

To apply for the position, you must be legally able to work in the UK