Chefs - Various Positions Available Jan 2026 start.

Coaching Inn Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TipJar gratuities

Chef whites provided

Hero of the month/year schemes

Discounts on food

Job summary

Chefs are invited to join the Old Bridge Hotel, Holmfirth, as part of the Coaching Inn Group in January 2026. We are recruiting Chef de Partie and Sous Chef on full and/or part-time contracts, with shifts including evenings and weekends.

You will be inducted mid‑January and trained on our new menu for a refreshed 2026 opening. We offer training, a supportive team environment, and a range of benefits including staff discounts, gratuities distributed weekly via TipJar, and chef whites provided.

Qualifications

• Experience with fresh food (minimum 6 months in a fresh kitchen).
• Ability to deliver high standards of operation in the kitchen.
• Demonstrates teamwork and willingness to take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support with staffing levels and daily kitchen operations.
• Assist in preparation and execution of menus and specials.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain quality and hygiene standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Passion for food

Culinary excellence

Fresh food experience

Job description

Chefs - Various Positions Available Jan 2026 start.

Old Bridge Hotel, Holmfirth

Description

The Old Bridge, Holmfirth is looking to recruit Chefs to join our kitchen team in January 2026.

We are going to be closing the business in early January and reinvesting in this business to freshen it up for 2026 . After a short closure we will be re-opening in February , with a fresh look and a brand new menu. We are now looking for Chefs to join the kitchen team to support with this. You will join us in mid January and we will induct you and fully train you on our new menu . We are looking for Chef de Partie ( full and/or part time ) and Sous Chef ( full and/or part time) . Happy to consider flexible working patterns but shifts will include some evenings and weekend work. Interested?

Why work for theCoaching Inn Group?

• Work/Balance?A genuine belief in work/life balance and an understanding of working together to promote flexibility
• Tips?A Tronc scheme with 100% of gratuities distributed to our teams every week via TipJar
• Chef whites?Provided for you
• Reward?We have fantastic Hero of the month and Hero of the year schemes
• Discounts?Up to 50% discount off food across all of our hotels and 50% off accommodation
• Something different?Annual stay for £1 offer
• Personal support?Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support

At the Coaching Inn Group, we have one mission – to deliver Hospitality from the Heart.

The Coaching Inn Group is the premier operator of historic Coaching Inns and premium destination hotels in beautiful market towns and beauty spots across the UK, and we have been highlighted as one of the Top 25 Companies to Work For.

Who are we looking for?

• Can deliver high standards of operation in the kitchen
• Can work well within a team, but also with their own initiative
• Passionate about food and culinary excellence
  
• Experience with fresh food (at least 6 months experience in a fresh food kitchen)
  
• An interest in latest food trends and creating exceptional dishes

Our hotels are located in picturesque market towns and operate with a bustling food and beverage offering, coupled with a busy bedroom trade. We are the marquee venue in each of the towns we are in, and provide a vibrant and exciting environment that also celebrates the history of our magnificent buildings.

Our people are what brings these experiences to life. Every person that works within the Coaching Inn Group are passionate about what they do, delivering exceptional service, superior knowledge and a drive to delight every single guest.

We offer award winning training and career development. We just ask that you bring a ‘can-do’ attitude, a desire to exceed expectations, a bubbly and outgoing personality, and we will help you to unlock your potential and reach new heights in your career.