Commis Chef - Live In

Cumbria And Lancashire; Bowness-on-Windermere; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra paid holiday on birthday

Lead-Inn development program

Paid breaks

50% off food

£1 stays at Inns in Jan-Mar

1/3 off room bookings

£50 off same-day bookings

15% off bed & breakfast for loved ones

Employee Assistance Programme

Give-inn back scheme

Job summary

The Angel Inn, Bowness, part of The Inn Collection Group, is seeking a Commis Chef to join our kitchen brigade. You’ll help deliver high-quality dishes, manage your section, and work closely with the kitchen, front-of-house and management teams in a stunning Lake District setting.

You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, bringing strong communication and organizational skills while maintaining food safety and recipe standards.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and cooking
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items and maintain station according to recipes and standards
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams
• Ensure food safety, storage, labeling and portion control

Job description

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.

The Angel Inn, Bowness, is perched above Lake Windermere, offering stunning views of the fells and surrounding countryside. Its elevated position makes it a standout destination, perfect for those looking to take in the breathtaking beauty of the Lake District.

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...

How we say thank you!

• 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.

*Age-related pay rates apply for Under 21s.*