Chef - up to 17.50 ph OTE

Cosy Club; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant restaurant chain in Nottingham is looking for a Chef to join their dynamic team. You will play a key role in preparing fresh, high-quality dishes in a lively environment. Ideal candidates will have prior chef experience and a passion for food quality. The position offers competitive pay and generous benefits, including meals during shifts, a focus on work-life balance, and exciting monthly incentives.

Benefits

50% off food and drinks

Paid breaks and meals on shift

Fabulous monthly incentives

Employee development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have experience as a chef with a focus on fresh food and cooking from scratch.
• Strong understanding of kitchen standards and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes with attention to detail.
• Work effectively within a kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety.

Skills

Experience as a chef

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Pride in food presentation

Job description

Pay & Hours

Target earnings of £16.50 – £17.50 per hour.

• Hourly rate up to £13 per hour depending on experience.
• Estimated tronc of £3.50 – £4.50 per hour.

Benefits

• A commitment to prioritise work‑life balance – including 2 days off and a weekend off every six weeks.
• Fair rotas with hours spread fairly and changes kept to a minimum.
• Meals on every shift and paid breaks.
• Christmas Day off.
• Mystery Diner bonus (extra 50p per hour worked that week).
• Power over your pay with Wagestream.
• 50% off food and drinks (including alcohol) from day one at all three of our brands – Lounge, Cosy Club and Brightside.
• Focus on your development and progression with a clear understanding of how you can achieve this.
• Fabulous incentives to win each month – spa breaks, trips abroad, food and drink hampers, tickets to festivals.
• Invitation to the most talked‑about staff party in hospitality – Loungefest.

About the Role

At Cosy Club, you can expect casual days, vibrant evenings, and weekends where we are the life and soul of the party. From brunch and coffee to dinner and drinks, guests join us for an experience like no other.

As a chef, you’re more than just a cook. We create kitchens where fresh food and cooking from scratch takes centre stage. Chefs are preppers, platters, and high‑standard keepers, and we expect you to take pride in the produce you use, the dishes you plate, and the kitchen team you are part of.

Bring your experience as a chef and we’ll provide camaraderie, a thrilling environment, and quality ingredients to ensure there’s never a dull day on the line.

Apply

Interested? Apply today and be part of our growing business! If you want to find out more about us, follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram @CosyClub.