Commis Chef

inploi; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym access

60% onsite food discount

Pension scheme

Career development through external &/

Job summary

Warner Hotels Group is looking for a Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. You will assist with food preparation, help maintain hygiene standards and support a smooth kitchen operation in a graded Victorian country house setting.

You will work with a skilled team, develop culinary skills and benefit from training and career progression within Warner Hotels. Competitive hourly rates apply, with age-based variations.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm to develop a career in the kitchen.
• Comfort with working under supervision and learning from more experienced chefs.
• Basic understanding of food hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food in the kitchen and support high standards of cleanliness.
• Assist with stock control and seasonal menu preparation.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene practices in a busy kitchen environment.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Join our team at Alvaston Hall, part of the Warner Hotels Group. This beautiful 253-bedroom hotel is a Grade II listed Victorian half-timbered country house, making a great base for exploring Cheshire’s green spaces and history.

Up to £13.21 per hour (dependent on your age)

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Commis Chef to join our team at Warner Hotels. As part of our supportive Kitchen team, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences for our guests. Working alongside our experienced chefs, you'll assist with food preparation, maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene, and support the smooth running of the kitchen operation. As a Commis Chef, you'll have the opportunity to develop your culinary skills, learn from a talented team, and contribute to creating high-quality dishes that delight our guests at Warner Hotels.

Warner Hotels don't just deliver holidays - we create moments where Guests (and team) feel alive, relaxed and inspired.

Why work with Warner Hotels?

• Free use of gym and leisure facilities
• 60% discounted food onsite
• Pension scheme
• A fantastic opportunity for career development through externally recognised qualifications in addition to in-house training and development (Degrees and Apprenticeship level)
• 28 days annual leave per year (Inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 20% discount at breaks at Warner, Butlins & Haven + additional discounts during your stays for you and your family
• Help @ Hand from Unum - including virtual GP, Physiotherapy support, Mental Health sessions
• Life Assurance
• Free Car Parking onsite
• Family Friendly policies
• Refer a friend scheme
• Aslan: Our Reward & recognition portal includes access to a financial wellbeing platform
• Access to a discounts platform including a points based discount plan to increase your retail discounts
• Access your wages on demand through Aslan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• L&G Care Concierge
• Glow Getters and Long Service Awards

What will I be doing?

As a Commis Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking food in our kitchens, contributing to maintaining the kitchen and food safety standards, managing stock and working in a clean and tidy environment. You'll need to understand basic food hygiene practices, whilst working in a team where you will be supported and developed.

What are we looking for?

• Enthusiastic people who want to develop a career in the kitchen.
• Have a thirst for knowledge and want to learn new skills.
• A genuine passion for food.

What skills do I need?

• Ability to work under supervision.
• Good communication skills

Ready to discover your glow?

Be part of something more than a hotel — where your personality shines and your ideas matter.

At Warner Hotels, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require.

If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at: [e-mail]