Commis Chef

Heartwood Collection; Chalfont St Peter; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-award-winning hospitality group in Chalfont St Peter is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join their kitchen team. Candidates should have 1-2 years of experience and a keen interest in high-quality food. This permanent role offers bespoke training, employee benefits, and opportunities for progression as the company expands its locations. Join a warm and genuine team committed to serving fresh, seasonal dishes.

Benefits

Bespoke training and development

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus

50% off food at Heartwood Inns

Discounts on retailers and experiences

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a service setting required.
• High standards and keen to develop in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality food.
• Work closely with the kitchen team.

Skills

Interest in quality food

Basic knife skills

Ability to follow recipes

Teamwork

Job description

Commis Chef

At Heartwood Collection, we're on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our kitchen team as a Commis.

We're an award-winning group of cosy pubs and atmospheric brasseries that truly feel like home. From the elegance of Brasserie Blanc to the charm of Heartwood Inns, we pride ourselves on serving fresh, seasonal dishes to our local communities.

What we offer

• Package and hourly rate includes basic + TRONC
• Bespoke training and development through our Stepping Stones programme
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
• Instant pay access through EarlyPay
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus
• 50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc, plus a 20% discount for family and friends
• A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition
• Discounts on hundreds of retailers and experiences via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• The hourly rate includes TRONC, calculated from the expected 6 months\' average

About You

• Have an interest in great quality food, keen to develop and have high standards
• Be an integral part of the kitchen team, follow recipes and work with others
• 1-2 years experience in a service setting and basic knife skills and knowledge of prep and fresh food

Heartwood Collection is a multi-award-winning hospitality group:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
• Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
• Best Pub Brand/ Concept at the Publican Awards 2025

At Heartwood Collection, we\'re excited about the future. With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, there\'s never been a better time to join us. We\'re committed to growing our team with progression opportunities across our estate.

Join us and be part of a community that\'s warm, genuine, and full of life.

Please note, we cannot take applications from overseas or that require sponsorship.

Commis Chef
Heartwood Collection
Chalfont St Peter, UK
Permanent

Published on 14 Sep 2025