Commis Chef

Rick Stein Careers; St. Merryn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay plus tips

Free staff meals

Generous discounts across Rick Stein

Ongoing training and development

Clear progression pathways

Supportive team culture

Additional holiday after 5 years

Retail, health, entertainment, travel,

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Job summary

Rick Stein Restaurants is seeking a motivated Commis Chef to join The Cornish Arms team in St. Merryn. You will support the kitchen, prep fresh ingredients, and learn under experienced chefs in a friendly, supportive environment.

Ideal for those starting a chef career, the role offers training, development, and a clear progression path within a respected hospitality group. Competitive pay with tips and staff benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in cooking and learning from experienced chefs.
• Basic kitchen experience or catering qualification is helpful but not essential.
• A reliable, hardworking team player who contributes to a positive kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the kitchen team in delivering high-quality dishes.
• Prepare fresh ingredients to specification and high standards.
• Learn and work across different kitchen sections.
• Follow recipes, food safety and hygiene standards at all times.
• Assist with stock rotation, deliveries and general kitchen organisation.
• Work closely with senior chefs to develop skills and confidence.

Skills

Passion for food

Positive attitude

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Basic kitchen experience

Team player

Job description

Great food. Genuine hospitality. A place to grow.

At Rick Stein Restaurants, we’re passionate about fresh seafood, simple cooking done brilliantly, and kitchens that run smoothly behind the scenes. We’re now looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our kitchen team.

If you’re at the start of your chef career, love working with great ingredients, and want to learn from experienced chefs in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the kitchen team in delivering high-quality dishes consistently
• Preparing fresh ingredients to specification and high standards
• Learning and working across different sections of the kitchen
• Following recipes, food safety, and hygiene standards at all times
• Assisting with stock rotation, deliveries, and general kitchen organisation
• Working closely with senior chefs to develop your skills and confidence

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for food and a genuine interest in cooking
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy kitchen
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
• Basic kitchen experience or catering qualification is helpful, but not essential
• A team player who is reliable, enthusiastic, and hardworking

What You’ll Get

• Competitive pay plus tips
• Free staff meals and generous discounts across Rick Stein Restaurants, Rooms, and Shops
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Clear progression pathways within a respected hospitality group
• A supportive, inclusive team culture
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service – up to 5 additional days after 5 years
• Access to discounts on hundreds of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more

If you’re looking to build a strong foundation in your chef career and be part of a restaurant group that values quality, learning, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.

The Cornish Arms in St. Merryn, offers a simple British pub menu, with dishes like real beef burgers, mussels and chips and scampi in the basket. In the summer guests can sit outside in the fresh Cornish air and enjoy some of St Austell Brewery’s best ales and a great selection of wines, or cosy up by our log fires in the colder weather with some comfort food.