Commis Chef

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel group in Bridgwater seeks a passionate Commis Chef to join their talented kitchen team. In this full-time role, you'll work under a highly experienced Head Chef, focusing on producing dishes in the renowned Steakhouse. The position offers a competitive salary of £26,936 per year, no split shifts, and opportunities for free nights and discounts at various Accor Hotels. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food and attention to detail.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Shared service charge and tips

4 free nights in Accor Hotels annually

Discounted rooms at Accor Hotels

15% off in Accor restaurants

35% discount in Marco Pierre White Restaurants

Discounted car hire

Exclusive employee discounts platform

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for food and attention to detail.
• Experience in a similar role is welcome but not essential.
• Drive to consistently deliver high standards.

Responsibilities

• Produce dishes across the hotel with a focus on the Steakhouse.
• Prepare fresh ingredients and deliver beautifully presented plates.
• Contribute to memorable dining experiences through high standards.

Skills

Passion for food

Attention to detail

Drive to deliver high standards

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.

Responsibilities

• Produce dishes across the hotel with a focus on the Steakhouse, under the guidance of the Head Chef.
• Prepare fresh ingredients and deliver beautifully presented plates to guests.
• Contribute to creating memorable dining experiences through attention to detail and high standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is welcome but not essential.
• Full training and support will be provided.
• Demonstrated passion for food, strong attention to detail, and a drive to consistently deliver high 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 discounts at supermarkets, fashion and high street stores, restaurants, takeaways, holidays and days out