Commis Chef

Rbh Hospitality Management; Paignton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel room rates

Birthday leave

Course Sponsorship

F&B discount at RBH hotels

Flexible working arrangements

Wagestream

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Free meals on duty

Job summary

RBH Hospitality Management's Marine Hotel in Paignton is seeking an entry-level kitchen assistant to learn and contribute to a busy hotel kitchen. You will support the preparation and cooking of dishes, working with a team to maintain high-quality standards.

With opportunities to develop practical skills, this role suits someone starting a culinary career who is eager to learn, stay organised and adapt to a busy service environment in a coastal hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Has genuine interest in food and wants to develop a career in the kitchen.
• Is positive, reliable and willing to learn.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Flexible and able to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen would be beneficial, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and cooking of dishes to the required standard
• Complete food preparation ahead of each service
• Work closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver an efficient service
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation standards
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Follow food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures
• Assist with deliveries, stock rotation and the correct storage of ingredients
• Complete cleaning and closing duties as required
• Continue developing your kitchen knowledge and practical skills

Job description

• Support the preparation and cooking of dishes to the required standard
• Complete food preparation ahead of each service
• Work closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver an efficient service
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation standards
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Follow food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures
• Assist with deliveries, stock rotation and the correct storage of ingredients
• Complete cleaning and closing duties as required
• Continue developing your kitchen knowledge and practical skills

This is a great opportunity for someone at the beginning of their kitchen career who is keen to develop their skills, gain experience and learn from an experienced team. You may already have some experience working in a professional kitchen, or you may be looking for the right opportunity to start your career as a chef.

Working alongside the wider kitchen team, you will support the preparation and delivery of consistently high-quality food for our hotel guests. You will need to be organised, willing to learn and comfortable working in a busy environment.

• Has a genuine interest in food and wants to develop a career in the kitchen
• Is positive, reliable and willing to learn
• Works well as part of a team
• Can remain organised and focused during busy services
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards
• Understands the importance of food hygiene and kitchen safety
• Is flexible and able to work a mixture of shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays

Previous experience in a professional kitchen would be beneficial, but it is not essential. The right attitude, reliability and willingness to learn are just as important. If you are ready to develop your skills and become part of a friendly hotel team, we would love to hear from you.

Located on the beautiful Paignton seafront, the Marine Hotel is a 53-bedroom coastal hotel welcoming both leisure and group guests throughout the year. Known for its friendly service, warm hospitality and stunning sea views, the hotel is committed to creating memorable experiences for every guest. With a varied food operation and a busy calendar of group bookings, no two days are the same. At RBH we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality! We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey...

You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people

• Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family
• An additional day's holiday for your birthday
• Enhanced Maternity, adoption & shared parental leave
• Course Sponsorship
• 30% F&B discount at RBH hotels
• Refer a Friend scheme (earn £250 for each referral up to 5 referrals)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wagestream - choose how and when you get paid
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Social and wellness events and activities all year round
• Free meals on duty saving you over £1000 per year
• £12.71 per hour on a casual contract

And much much more!