Commis Chef

Heartwood Inns; Highcliffe-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Heartwood Inns as a Commis and be part of an award-winning team in the hospitality sector. You'll have the opportunity to work with fresh, seasonal dishes in a supportive environment that values training and development. Enjoy perks like referral bonuses, discounts, and a vibrant workplace culture as we expand our team across the UK.

Benefits

Bespoke training and development

50% off food at Heartwood Inns

Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus

Discounts on retail via Reward Gateway

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Instant pay access through EarlyPay

A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a service setting.
• Interest in quality food and high standards.
• Ability to follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Be part of the kitchen team, following recipes.
• Work with fresh food and maintain high standards.

Skills

Knife skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Job description

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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

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.

*The hourly rate includes TRONC, calculated from the expected 6 months’ average.

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