Commis Chef

Heartwood Collection; Horsham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hospitality group in Horsham is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join their kitchen team. Ideal candidates will have a keen interest in quality food, basic knife skills, and 1-2 years of experience in a service setting. This role offers continuous training, competitive pay including TRONC, and various employee benefits as you contribute to a warm and vibrant community committed to excellence.

Benefits

Bespoke training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus up to £1,500

Discounts on food

Birthday gift and Long Service Recognition

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a service setting.
• Follow recipes and work collaboratively.
• Knowledge of prep and fresh food.

Responsibilities

• Be part of the kitchen team.
• Prepare and serve quality dishes.
• Maintain high standards of food safety.

Skills

Interest in quality food

Basic knife skills

Experience in service setting

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

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.

Commis Chef

Heartwood Collection
Horsham, UK
Permanent

Published on 9 Aug 2025

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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

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.

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