Commis Chef

Marston's PLC; Cold Ash; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading pub company in Cold Ash is seeking a Commis Chef to join their kitchen team. You will be responsible for preparing and creating dishes while working within a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should have a passion for quality food and the desire to develop their culinary skills. Benefits include a flexible contract, discounts on meals, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

30% off at all pubs, restaurants, and hotels

Reliable hours contract

Flexible and part-time hours

Apprenticeship programmes

£4.50 meal deal option on shift

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prep and create dishes for the pub menu.
• Support the kitchen team in daily operations.
• Ensure high-quality food delivery.

Skills

Experience in a similar Chef role or an experienced KP

Ability to work within a team

Passion for delivering great food

Job description

Commis Chef

Location: Thatcham

Up to £12.21 per hour, 25hrs per week. Reliable hours contract. CDP for career progression. Privilege card discount. Marston's Rewards.

We're on the lookout for a Commis Chef to join our team! Prep, create and bring our pub menu to life. Got a passion for food? You'll fit right in. From learning new prepping skills, bringing a meal to life for the first time, to owning a section of the kitchen.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Chef role or an experienced KP
• Know or be willing to learn about the kitchen areas and procedures
• Work within a team in a fast-paced environment
• Help to support the kitchen team with the day to day running of the kitchen
• Have a passion to deliver great, hot food to spec each and every time

Career Path

What comes next is up to you: We'll support you to complete your Chef Development Programme with the goal of becoming a Sous Chef.

What you get from us

You’ll be joining an award-winning local pub company that puts people first, lives by people-led values, and offers real opportunities to advance your career – with genuine benefits that include:

• 30% off at all our pubs, restaurants, and hotels
• A reliable hours contract, to give you the security you deserve
• Refuel at work with our £4.50 meal deal option whilst on shift, including popular menu dishes plus a drink
• Flexible and part‑time hours offered to work around your family or higher education
• Exciting range of high street, online discounts and cashback offers
• Fantastic range of apprenticeship programmes to support your career
• A friendly and lively atmosphere, working alongside passionate and diverse teammates
• Access to Licensed Trade Charity for financial, mental, and emotional well‑being support

Come as you are. Personality counts for more than anything else here. We'll accept you and celebrate you for being you. We can't wait to see what we can make happen together. Marston's could be the making of you.

Marston's. Where people make pubs.

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