Commis Chef

Stanley House; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique hotel in Lancashire is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join their kitchen brigade. This role offers a 4-day working week and a chance to learn under experienced chefs. You will assist in preparing high-quality meals, maintain kitchen standards, and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic setting. The hotel promotes a culture of development and excellence, making it an ideal environment for culinary talent.

Benefits

Competitive salary

4-day working week

Discounts on stays and F&B

Professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced annual leave

Service bonus

Awards for team members

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Passion for culinary arts and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chef de Partie in food preparation.
• Prepare and cook dishes for service.
• Monitor food items during service.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organisation.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking techniques

Teamwork

Hygiene standards

Portion control

Job description

We're investing in our culinary offer, with a kitchen refurbishment planned for the new year, and we've introduced a new 4‑day working week (40 hours per week) for the kitchen brigade, to support balance and attract top talent. The Role We're seeking a passionate and eager Commis Chef to join our kitchen brigade. This is an ideal role for someone ready to learn, develop their skills, and contribute to delivering exceptional food experiences under the guidance of our experienced chefs. You'll support the preparation of high‑quality breakfast, lunch, and service items, assist across different sections of the kitchen, and gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, creative environment.

What You’ll Do

• Assist Chef de Partie and kitchen team in delivering consistently high standards of food.
• Prepare and cook dishes for breakfast, à la carte, and events.
• Monitor and replenish food items during service.
• Ensure accurate portion control and stock rotation.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation across the kitchen.
• Support preparation of staff meals and contribute to smooth kitchen operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 4‑day working week for the kitchen team.
• Discounts on stays and Food & Beverage across leaf HOSPITALITY portfolio of hotels.
• Learning & professional development opportunities.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced annual and family leave.
• £500 service bonus for every 5 years of service.
• Team Member of the Month/Year awards.
• Uniform provided.

About the Hotel

Stanley House Hotel & Spa is an award‑winning boutique hotel set in 54 acres of beautiful Ribble Valley countryside. With 30 exceptional bedrooms, high‑end dining, weddings, events, and a world‑class spa, it's a unique environment for ambitious culinary talent.

Our Values

This hotel is managed by leaf HOSPITALITY who is a hotel management company that has one simple value that underpins everything we do: be excellent. We work with branded and independent hotels. Our vision is to be a leader in the market where every member of our team plays a part in delivering excellent service to our guests, owners, and team members.