Commis Chef

St Austell Brewery; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites you to join their vibrant kitchen team as a Commis Chef. Located in a picturesque coastal pub, this role offers the chance to work with locally sourced ingredients in a supportive environment. You will be responsible for assisting in food preparation, ensuring high standards, and collaborating with passionate colleagues. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to develop their culinary skills while enjoying a family-friendly workplace with flexible hours and great employee benefits. Join us to create memorable dining experiences for our guests!

Benefits

A share of tips

30% off food and drink

50% off overnight stays

£150 towards a stay in our pubs

Discount scheme across retailers

Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours

Family-friendly, flexible working

Paid time off to volunteer

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to follow dish specifications precisely.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and ensure quality standards.
• Work as part of a team to deliver consistent dishes.

Skills

Food Preparation

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

Join to apply for the Commis Chef role at St Austell Brewery

The Victoria Inn is a scenic pub, complete with comfy rooms, set in the heart of Salcombe, a stone’s throw from the banks of Kingsbridge Estuary.

You’ll be working in one of South Devon’s most beautiful coastal destinations, rightly designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The pub is popular among locals and tourists alike, featuring a characterful interior with cosy nooks and a roaring log fire, along with a suntrap beer garden outside.

Are you an enthusiastic Commis Chef with experience in a fast-paced environment? Join our talented kitchen team to work alongside passionate people, cooking with locally sourced produce to delight our guests. As a Commis Chef, you will assist in food preparation, work as part of the team, ensure correct procedures are followed, and meet dish specifications precisely.

What We Offer

• A share of tips
• 30% off food and drink, and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs
• £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs
• Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers
• Great training and opportunities to progress
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to £10 value)
• Family-friendly, flexible working
• Paid time off to volunteer

Our Commis Chefs...

• Are well-organised, adaptable, with a genuine passion for their work
• Take pride in delivering high-quality, consistent food
• Combine product knowledge with practical understanding of daily kitchen operations

We’d love you to join our team!

Additional Info

St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer. We encourage applications from qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy. Flexible working requests are welcomed.

Early applications are encouraged as we review applications throughout the process and may close the advert early. Please refrain from contact via recruitment agencies or media sales; speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food and Beverage Services