Commis Chef

The Inn Collection Group; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-award-winning pubs company located in Sunderland is seeking a Commis Chef to join their kitchen team. The role involves preparing high-quality dishes, maintaining food safety, and collaborating with both kitchen and front-of-house teams. Ideal candidates should have a passion for food and strong organizational skills. This position offers an opportunity to work in a thriving atmosphere where teamwork is paramount.

Benefits

Extra paid holiday for your birthday

Support from Lead-Inn development program

Paid breaks

50% off food at any Inns

£1 stay at any Inns in off-peak months

1/3 off room bookings all year round

£50 on same-day bookings

15% off bed and breakfast for loved ones

24/7 confidential support from Employee Assistance Programme

Tips (Tronc)

Contribute to community through Give-inn back scheme

Be part of an award-winning team

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment, whether professional or through study.
• Ability to manage food safety and storage.
• Familiarity with standard kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality dishes and maintain kitchen standards.
• Prepare food items and operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Maintain a clean and organized station.

Skills

Passion for food

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

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.

Benefits

• 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.

The Seaburn Inn is perfectly positioned on Sunderland's seafront, offering stunning views of the coastline. Located right on the water’s edge, it sits between the vibrant coastal resort of Roker, home to the famous pier, and Whitburn in South Tyneside. With its prime seafront location, The Seaburn Inn is ideally placed to enjoy the beauty and charm of the surrounding area.

Role

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.

Age-related pay rates apply for Under 21s.