Commis Chef

Marston's PLC; Torquay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading local pub company in Torquay is seeking a Commis Chef to join their team. This role involves preparing and creating dishes for the pub menu while offering opportunities for career progression through their Chef Development Programme. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food and teamwork, with flexible part-time hours available.

Benefits

30% off at all pubs, restaurants, and hotels

£4.50 meal deal option on shift

Flexible and part-time hours

Access to professional wellbeing support

Pension scheme – company contributory

Apprenticeship programmes

Qualifications

• Experience in a Chef role or willingness to learn kitchen procedures.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy environment.
• Passion to deliver high-quality food consistently.

Responsibilities

• Prep and create dishes according to the pub menu.
• Support the kitchen team in daily tasks.
• Advance your skills through the Chef Development Programme.

Skills

Experience in a similar Chef role or an experienced KP

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Passion for food

Job description

Commis Chef

Location: Torquay

Salary: £13.50 per hour

Hours: 20hrs per week

Contract: Reliable hours contract

Career Progression: CDP for career progression

Benefits: Privilege card discount, Marston's Rewards, 30% off at all our pubs, restaurants, and hotels, £4.50 meal deal, flexible part‑time hours, high‑street discounts, apprenticeship programmes, private healthcare options, pension scheme.

We're on the lookout for a Commis Chef to join our team! Prep, create and bring our pub menu to life. Got a passion for food? You'll fit right in. From learning new prepping skills, to owning a section of the kitchen.

As Commis Chef: There's plenty to get involved with whilst growing your career and developing skills that you can take home.

• Experience in a similar Chef role or an experienced KP
• Know or be willing to learn about the kitchen areas and procedures
• Work within a team in a fast-paced environment
• Help to support the kitchen team with the day to day running of the kitchen
• Have a passion to deliver great, hot food to spec each and every time

What comes next is up to you: We'll support you to complete your Chef Development Programme with the goal of becoming a Sous Chef.

What you get from us: You'll be joining an award‑winning local pub company that puts people first, lives by people‑led values, and offers real opportunities to advance your career.

• 30% off at all our pubs, restaurants and hotels
• A reliable hours contract, giving you the security you deserve
• Refuel at work with our £4.50 meal deal option while on shift, including popular menu dishes plus a drink
• Flexible and part‑time hours offered to work around your family or higher education
• Exciting range of high‑street, online discounts and cashback offers
• Fantastic range of apprenticeship programmes to support your career
• A friendly and lively atmosphere, working alongside passionate and diverse teammates
• Access to Licensed Trade Charity for financial, mental, and emotional well‑being support
• Professional wellbeing support from the Licensed Trade Charity
• Competitive salaries and performance‑related bonus schemes
• Long‑service awards for loyalty
• Private healthcare options for some roles
• Pension scheme – company contributory for salaried roles, auto‑enrolment for hourly roles

How to apply:

• Give yourself 20 minutes to prepare
• Have your CV ready to upload
• Double‑check your contact details

Location: Wighton, Torquay, TQ2 7JA

Marston's – Where people make pubs.