Trainee Chef

Smith & Western - Tunbridge Wells; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on shift

Laundered chef whites

Career progression

Great tips

Team incentives & bonuses

Discounts on S&W food & hotel rooms

Job summary

Smith & Western is seeking a Trainee Chef in the South East of England. You will begin in a supportive kitchen environment, rotating through sections from desserts to grilling, learning procedures and recipes as you progress.

The role focuses on hands-on training, reliability, and a strong work ethic. Staff benefits include shift meals, tips, and opportunities for progression within the restaurant group.

Qualifications

• Hardworking and reliable
• Passion for food and cooking
• Willing to start a career in catering

Responsibilities

• Trained in all kitchen sections from desserts and food preparation to grilling and fajitas.

Job description

Trainee Chef

Smith & Western, your go-to feel good restaurant. We recognise that a good Chef is an integral part of our successfully kitchen.

Are you looking to start you career in catering? Do you have a passion for food and cooking and would you like to develop? Are you hardworking and reliable? If you answered yes to those questions, then Smith & Western is your perfect match. We have 7 successful restaurants across the South East and have plans for expansion.

As a trainee chef you will be trained in all sections of the kitchen from desserts and food preparation to grilling and sizzling fajitas.

Benefits

• The chance to earn industry recognised qualifications
• Discounts on S+W food and hotel rooms
• Meals on shift
• Great tips
• Excellent progression opportunities
• Laundered chef whites
• Christmas day and Boxing day closed
• Team incentives and Bonuses
• You’ll be part of a caring and loyal work family

Pay up to £13.25 per hour plus excellent tips