Commis Chef

The-Old-Bicycle-Shop; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship Scheme

Culinary masterclasses

Staff discounts

Weekly pay

Free meals

Sharesave Scheme

Company Pension

28 days holiday

Job summary

The Old Bicycle Shop in Cambridge is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join our vibrant kitchen team. You will work alongside an enthusiastic crew to prepare fresh, locally sourced dishes in a welcoming setting. We value hands-on teamwork, high standards, and a willingness to learn.

A career path with training, masterclasses, and development opportunities awaits in a busy pub-restaurant environment. We offer weekly pay, free meals, a company pension, 28 days holiday, and access to our

Qualifications

• Active hands-on people with a passion to work hard as part of a team.
• High standards and a great work ethic.
• Willingness to learn new skills; be an active team player with excellent communication.
• Demonstrate creativity and ability by helping to deliver top quality service.
• Strong planning and organisational skills to complete day to day tasks.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside your kitchen team to deliver top quality service.
• Contribute to the preparation of fresh, locally sourced dishes.
• Show creativity in menu execution and dish presentation.
• Plan and organise day-to-day tasks to keep service smooth.

Skills

Hands-on

Work ethic

Willingness to learn

Team player

Communication skills

Creativity

Planning & organisation

Job description

Commis Chef

Do you value the best service, deliciously fresh and locally sourced produce prepared by an amazing kitchen team and a bespoke drinks menu? Why not join the team at Old Bicycle Shop in Cambridge! Once the first bicycle shop in the UK, we are now one of Cambridge's most vibrant restaurants; serving brunch, lunch, dinner, amazing cocktails and more. If you share our philosophy of high standards, served with a warm and friendly smile, then we'd love to hear from you. We're a growing team with plenty of opportunities for career development, great staff benefits and a modern outlook. We're part of an eclectic collection of unique pubs, well-regarded restaurants, premium hotels & award-winning microbreweries.

What we offer our Commis Chef:

• Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme - gain a nationally recognised qualification while you work.
• Access to our culinary masterclasses to sharpen your skills , and development towards CDP
• 20% discount in all Young's Pubs and 30% discount on overnight stays in our Pubs with Rooms
• Weekly pay
• Free meals
• Sharesave Scheme
• Company Pension
• 28 days holiday per year

What we look for in a Commis Chef:

We are looking for an existing Commis Chef, an excellent Kitchen Porter or an individual looking for their next step to their hospitality career, who consider themselves to have a passion and flare for producing quality fresh food in an environment that makes people feel welcome. As the successful Commis Chef you will:

• Be an active hands-on person with a passion to work hard as part of a team
• Have high standards and a great work ethic
• Show willingness to learn new skills; be an active team player with excellent communication skills
• Working alongside your kitchen team; you will be able to demonstrate your creativity and ability by helping to deliver top quality service
• Demonstrate great planning and organisational skills to complete day to day tasks