Commis Chef

Accor; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel chain in Bridgwater is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join their kitchen team. You will work under the guidance of an experienced Head Chef, focusing on creating exceptional dishes for guests. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits, including discounts and free nights in hotels.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £26,936

Share of service charge and tips

Up to 4 free nights in Accor Hotels each year

Discounted rooms at Accor Hotels worldwide

15% off in every Accor restaurant or bar

35% discount in Marco Pierre White Restaurants

Discounted car hire

Access to exclusive employee discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is appreciated but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the culinary field.

Responsibilities

• Produce dishes across the hotel with a focus on the Steakhouse.
• Prepare fresh ingredients and deliver beautifully presented plates.
• Create memorable dining experiences for guests.

Skills

Passion for food

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Mercure Bridgwater is a stylish 4-star hotel in the heart of the town centre, featuring 119 contemporary bedrooms. Home to the renowned Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill, the hotel serves breakfast, lunch and dinner to the highest standards.

Role

We’re looking for a passionate Commis Chef to join our talented kitchen team at Mercure Bridgwater, home to the renowned Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill.

Working under the guidance of our highly experienced Head Chef, you’ll be involved in producing dishes across the hotel, with your main focus on the Steakhouse. From preparing fresh ingredients to delivering beautifully presented plates, you’ll play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences for our guests.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays) — with the added bonus of no split shifts.

If you have previous experience in a similar role, that’s great, but it’s not essential — full training and support will be given. Most importantly, we’re looking for someone with a real passion for food, attention to detail, and the drive to consistently deliver to the highest standards.

What we offer

• A competitive salary of £26,936 per year (based on a 40-hour contract) plus paid overtime
• A share of service charge and tips
• Up to 4 free nights in Accor Hotels each year of your employment
• Discounted rooms at Accor Hotels worldwide and Legacy Hotels across the UK
• 15% off your bill in every Accor restaurant or bar
• 35% discount in all Marco Pierre White Restaurants
• Discounted car hire in the UK and abroad with Europcar
• Access to an exclusive employee platform with fantastic discounts at supermarkets, fashion and high street stores, restaurants, takeaways, holidays and days out