Commis Chef — Lakeside Pub Kitchen | Paid Breaks & Discounts

Harri; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday bonus: extra paid holiday

Lead-Inn development program

Paid breaks

50% off food

Stay at Inns for £1 (Jan–Mar)

1/3 off room bookings all year round

£50 on same-day bookings

15% off bed and breakfast for loved-1s

EAP 24/7 confidential support

Give-inn back scheme

Award-winning team: Best Pub Employer

Job summary

The Wateredge Inn in Ambleside, part of the Inn Collection Group, is seeking a Commis Chef to join our busy lakeside kitchen. You’ll work closely with the team to prepare high‑quality dishes, follow recipes, and maintain food safety, labeling and storage standards.

In a fast-paced environment you’ll collaborate with kitchen, front‑of‑house and management, take pride in a clean station, and contribute to a welcoming, award‑winning team that puts heartfelt hospitality at its core.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and ability to follow recipes.
• Responsible for food safety, storage, labeling and adherence to recipes and specifications.
• Collaborate with kitchen, front-of-house and management teams.
• Strong communication and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items and operate standard kitchen equipment safely.
• Maintain a clean and organized station.
• Work with the team to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Adhere to food safety and portion control standards.

Job description

The Wateredge Inn in Ambleside, part of the Inn Collection Group, is seeking a Commis Chef to join our busy lakeside kitchen. You’ll work closely with the team to prepare high‑quality dishes, follow recipes, and maintain food safety, labeling and storage standards.

In a fast-paced environment you’ll collaborate with kitchen, front‑of‑house and management, take pride in a clean station, and contribute to a welcoming, award‑winning team that puts heartfelt hospitality at its core.