Commis Chef

The Ripon Inn; Ripon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday paid holiday

Lead-Inn development program

Paid breaks

50% off food

£1 stays in Jan-Feb-Mar

1/3 off room bookings

£50 on same-day bookings

15% off bed and breakfast for loved-1s

Job summary

The Ripon Inn in Ripon is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. You’ll work closely with the chefs to deliver high-quality dishes while maintaining our standards and recipes.

You’ll be responsible for food safety, storage, labeling, and adherence to specifications. You’ll collaborate with kitchen, front-of-house, and management to keep service smooth and welcoming.

Qualifications

• Prepare high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Maintain food safety, labeling and storage according to standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen, front-of-house and management to deliver great guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items and portion controls.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Support team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do. The Inn Collection Group is a multi‑award‑winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer focused, warmth, and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

How we say thank you!

• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.
• Build your future with support from our Lead-Inn development program.
• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.
• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns.
• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February, and March for just £1.
• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 1/3 off room bookings all year round.
• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same day bookings.
• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too.
• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Tronc (…that’s tips to me and you).
• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give‑inn back scheme.
• Join an award‑winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

An elegant Edwardian building in the heart of England’s third‑smallest city, The Ripon Inn has been beautifully restored following a multi‑million‑pound refurbishment. Continuing a tradition of over 100 years, it’s now ready to welcome guests in the charming city of Ripon.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

As Commis Chef, you’ll be at the heart of our kitchen, working closely with the team to deliver high‑quality dishes and maintain our standards. Whether you’re experienced or studying, your passion for food will shine through as you take responsibility for your section. You’ll manage food safety, storage, labeling, and adherence to recipes and specifications.

Your role involves efficient, collaborative work with kitchen, front‑of‑house, and management teams. You’ll prepare food items, operate standard kitchen equipment safely, and maintain a clean station.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, with strong communication and organizational skills, we think you’ll fit right inn…

Working in the kitchen team enabled Tele to build a strong sense of teamwork and foster a collaborative environment. Watch Tele’s video to learn more about our Kitchen team member roles. https://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/join-inn

*Age-related pay rates apply for Under 21s.*