Commis Chef

St Austell Brewery Ltd; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known brewery company is seeking an enthusiastic Commis Chef to join their talented kitchen team in Kingswear. You will work in a picturesque location, cooking with locally sourced produce and ensuring high-quality food delivery. Ideal candidates should be well organized, adaptable, and passionate about cooking. The position offers a range of perks, including a share of tips, discounts on food and drink, and training opportunities. Early applications are encouraged.

Benefits

Share of tips

30% off food and drink

50% off overnight stays

£150 towards a stay in pubs

Discount scheme across retailers

Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours

Flexible working

Paid time off to volunteer

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of food preparation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food.
• Ensure correct procedures are followed for dishes.
• Work alongside the kitchen team to maintain quality.

Skills

Well organized

Adaptable

Passion for cooking

High quality food delivery

Job description

Overview

The Royal Castle occupies a landmark location in the heart of Dartmouth. Our award-winning 17th-century hotel enjoys enviable views over the River Dart and offers the perfect place for enjoying a drink and a bite to eat. You’ll be working in a picturesque corner of South Devon adorned with serene outdoor spaces that will take your breath away. While the waterside offers a restful escape, the town itself buzzes with life, striking a perfect balance that provides something for everyone.

Are you an enthusiastic Commis chef with experience of working in a fast-paced environment? Join our talented kitchen team and you’ll be working alongside passionate people, cooking with locally sourced produce to provide quality food that delights our guests. As a commis chef you will be assisting in the preparation of food, working as part of the team ensuring the correct procedures are followed and specifications for each dish are precisely met.

What we offer

• A share of tips
• 30% off food and drink and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs
• £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs
• Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers
• Great training and opportunities to progress
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to the value of £10)
• Family-friendly, flexible working
• Paid time off to volunteer

Our Commis Chef's requirements

• Are well organised, adaptable, with a genuine passion for what they do
• Take pride in delivering a consistent, high quality food offering
• Combine great product knowledge with a practical understanding of daily operations in a busy kitchen

We’d love you to join our team!

Additional Info

St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged as we’ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won’t be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.