Commis Chef

Upham Inns; Curridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Upham Inns is offering an exciting opportunity for a Commis Chef. Join a growing team passionate about providing high-quality pub food and invest in your culinary career with clear pathways to progression. Be part of our friendly environment, where support, growth, and a passion for good service are paramount.

Benefits

Up to 33% off meals

Hotel accommodation discounts

Development program to Head Chef

Lifestyle card with discounts

Service Awards

Birthday gift

Recruitment incentives of up to £1000

Qualifications

• Good understanding of health and safety and food hygiene practices.
• Ability to deliver quality work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in food preparation and cooking high-quality dishes.
• Maintaining kitchen and food safety standards.
• Assisting with stock rotation and deliveries.

Skills

Basic knowledge of all sections

Communication skills

Team management skills

Attention to detail

Positive demeanor

Ability to work unsupervised

Education

Right to work in the UK

Job description

If you are looking for a new challenge in a growing business, then read on!

• Up to £11.44 per hour plus a share of Tronc (this can be up to £5000 per year)
• Flexible shift patterns
• Up to 33% off meals taken off duty for you and up to 6 guests
• 33% off our hotel accommodation & 20% for Friends and Family
• Development program with a clear pathway to Head Chef
• Access to the lifestyle card – which provides instant access to over 5,000 discounts across various lifestyle aspects. This free benefit offers savings at local independents, national, and online businesses.
• Service Awards
• A Birthday Gift
• Refer a friend and Chef recruitment incentives of up to £1000

Commi Chef Requirements

• Basic knowledge of all sections
• Ability to work under supervision of a limited range
• Ability to produce good quality basic food
• Understanding of health and safety
• Understanding of basic food hygiene practices
• Good oral communication
• Team management skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Right to work in the UK
• Ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality work
• Positive and approachable manner
• Team player qualities

Commi Chef Responsibilities

• Assisting in food preparation
• Cooking and preparing high-quality dishes
• Preparing vegetables, meats, and fish
• Assisting other Chefs
• Helping with deliveries and restocking
• Assisting with stock rotation
• Cleaning stations
• Maintaining kitchen and food safety standards
• Complying with all food safety, fire, health and safety, licensing, and employment laws

If you are reliable, quick-thinking, and creative, a job as a Commis Chef may be perfect for you. If you enjoy self-development and seize opportunities to improve your skills, you could build a rewarding career progressing to Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, or Head Chef.

We own a collection of beautiful, individual premium pubs across Southern England, often in idyllic settings. Our pubs serve high-quality, fresh pub food in a cozy atmosphere, with some offering charming bedrooms. Recently, we've launched Harper’s Steakhouse, a new premium American Steakhouse brand.

This is an exciting time to join us! Upham Inns is growing, and we want you to grow with us. We’ve invested in our business and are seeing great results. We’re eager to expand our pub family and are looking for passionate individuals to join our team.

Our company supports you but also cares about your individual needs. We are a friendly, hands-on team passionate about running great pubs. We seek like-minded people eager to work and grow with us.