Line Chef

Holiday Inn Rotherham Sheffield; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on hotel stays

Gym and leisure facilities

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Kew Green Hotels invites applications for a role in our kitchen team at Holiday Inn Rotherham Sheffield. This position offers a path to learn through our Chef Academy and a funded Level 2 Commis Chef qualification.

You will cook to recipe standards, support daily specials, maintain clean prep areas, and follow food safety standards. This role provides real hands-on experience and a route to professional growth within our kitchens.

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant, hotel, pub or similar kitchen environments.
• Willingness to learn via Chef Academy.
• Knowledge of cooking methods and kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Cook and present dishes to recipe standards.
• Assist in creating daily specials.
• Maintain stocked, clean prep areas during service.
• Follow food safety standards and help minimise waste.
• Collaborate with team and Kitchen Manager to deliver guest experiences.

Skills

Cooking experience

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

Level 2 Commis Chef qualification (funded)

Basic Food Safety certification

Job description

Join our kitchen team to showcase your creativity, grow your skills and help deliver outstanding dining experiences for our guests.

Other businesses may call this role Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, Prep Cook or Line Cook.

This role reports to the Kitchen Manager.

What you'll do:

• Cook and present dishes to recipe standards, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Support the creation of daily specials to showcase your skills and excite our guests.
• Keep food prep areas stocked, clean, and ready throughout service.
• Follow food safety standards and help minimise waste.
• Work with your team and Kitchen Manager to deliver excellent guest experiences.

What we’re looking for

• Previous cooking experience (restaurant, hotel, pub or similar) or a willingness to learn by joining our Chef Academy and completing a funded Level 2 Commis Chef qualification.
• Knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
• Basic Food Safety certification (or willingness to complete training).
• A passion for great food and creating memorable guest experiences.
• A positive attitude, commitment to teamwork and desire to learn.

What’s in it for you

• Career development through fully funded apprenticeships and our Chef Academy.
• Discounts on hotel stays and a variety of major retailers, restaurants and days out.
• Free use of our gyms, pools, and leisure facilities.
• 24/7 access to wellbeing, financial, and legal support.

Next steps

If you’re shortlisted, we’ll give you a quick call to learn more about you and answer your questions. Candidates who progress will then be invited to the hotel for an in-person interview.

We review applications as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We may close the role once we’ve found the right person.

At Kew Green Hotels, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know at [e-mail] - we’re here to support you.

Who are Kew Green Hotels?

Kew Green Hotels is one of the UK’s leading hotel management companies, operating a diverse portfolio of global brands. We’re a people-driven business that’s passionate about performance, guest experience, and creating hotels that make us proud.

Learn more about who we are and what drives us at www.kewgreenhotels.com.