Commis Chef - Lead in Rosette Kitchen Team

The Oak Barn Bar & Restaurant; Chichester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips & bonuses

Work-life balance

Flexible shifts

Family-run & supportive

Job summary

The Oak Barn Bar & Restaurant in Mid Sussex is seeking a dynamic Commis Chef to join our busy kitchen. You will work under experienced chefs to learn, develop skills and contribute to Rosette-standard dishes using seasonal produce.

This is a family-run, 150-cover operation with a friendly, hardworking team. Typical shifts include 9.15am-3.30pm and 5.30pm-9.15pm, with 45-50 hours per week and 2.5 days off. UK-based applicants only, own transport required.

Qualifications

• Solid chef experience in restaurants or gastro pubs.
• Strong background in fresh-produce kitchens.
• Creative flair with seasonal produce and menu innovation.

Responsibilities

• Work with senior team to learn and improve.
• Assist brigade in service and preparation.
• Run kitchen sections and oversee standards of service & food.
• Create and develop seasonal menus and daily specials.
• Plan and coordinate events, weddings and buffets.
• Prepare, cook and present Rosette-standard dishes.
• Manage ordering, stock control and GP awareness.

Skills

Chef experience

High-quality produce

Menu innovation

Job description

The Oak Barn Bar & Restaurant in Mid Sussex is seeking a dynamic Commis Chef to join our busy kitchen. You will work under experienced chefs to learn, develop skills and contribute to Rosette-standard dishes using seasonal produce.

This is a family-run, 150-cover operation with a friendly, hardworking team. Typical shifts include 9.15am-3.30pm and 5.30pm-9.15pm, with 45-50 hours per week and 2.5 days off. UK-based applicants only, own transport required.