Commis Chef

The Ambleside Inn; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday holiday

Food discount

Room booking discounts

Winter £1 stays

Give-inn back scheme

Job summary

The Ambleside Inn in Ambleside, United Kingdom, is seeking a Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. You’ll work closely with the team to deliver high-quality dishes, take responsibility for your section and help maintain our standards.

You’ll manage food safety, storage, labeling and recipe adherence, collaborate with kitchen, front-of-house and management, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment is beneficial.
• Passion for food and commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items and assist with daily kitchen operations.
• Ensure food safety, correct storage, labeling and recipe adherence.

Job description

Overview

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do. The Inn Collection Group is a multi-award-winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer focused, warmth, honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

Benefits

• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.
• Build your future with support from our Lead-Inn development program.
• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.
• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns.
• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February, and March for just £1.
• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 33% off room bookings all year round.
• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same‑day bookings.
• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too.
• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Tronc (…that’s tips to me and you).
• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give-inn back scheme.
• Join an award-winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

The Ambleside Inn is set against a backdrop of breath‑taking fell views and scenic walking routes, making it the perfect base to explore the beauty of the Lake District. Surrounded by nature's tranquillity and with easy access to some of the area's most picturesque trails, it’s a place where you can truly immerse yourself in the stunning landscape.

You’ll Fit Right In

As Commis Chef, you’ll be at the heart of our kitchen, working closely with the team to deliver high-quality dishes and maintain our standards. Whether you’re experienced or studying, your passion for food will shine through as you take responsibility for your section. You’ll manage food safety, storage, labeling, and adherence to recipes and specifications.

Your role involves efficient, collaborative work with kitchen, front-of-house, and management teams. You’ll prepare food items, operate standard kitchen equipment safely, and maintain a clean station.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, with strong communication and organisational skills, we think you’ll fit right inn…

Watch Tele’s video to learn more about our Kitchen team member roles.

*Age-related pay rates apply for Under 21s.*