Commis Chef

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

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Bridgwater is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join their kitchen team. You’ll be involved in preparing fresh ingredients and delivering beautifully presented dishes while ensuring the highest culinary standards. Full training is provided, and you will enjoy benefits like a competitive salary, paid overtime, and discounts across various services.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid overtime

Discounted hotel stays

Employee discounts

Free nights in Accor Hotels

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferred, but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients for the Steakhouse.
• Deliver beautifully presented plates for guests.
• Work under the guidance of the Head Chef.

Skills

Passion for food

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a team

Job description

Overview

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

Role

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

Working under the guidance of our 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

• 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 discounts at supermarkets, fashion and high street stores, restaurants, takeaways, holidays and days out