Commis Chef – Fresh Food Pub, Hotel & Wedding Venue – Bedford

Salary: £12.21 + TRONC | Training & Development | Staff Perks | Free Parking

Are you just starting out in your kitchen career and looking for the perfect place to learn, grow, and thrive? We’re on the hunt for a keen and enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our buzzing kitchen team at a beautifully refurbished pub, hotel, and wedding venue in Bedford.

This is a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen where no two days are the same – whether you're helping prep for a busy restaurant service, a wedding banquet, or a conference lunch, you’ll be learning from experienced chefs and working with the best seasonal ingredients.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting the kitchen team with food prep and service across all sections

• Learning key culinary skills and techniques on the job

• Maintaining excellent hygiene, cleanliness, and organisation in the kitchen

• Getting involved in menu changes (we update 4–5 times a year!)

• Being a reliable and proactive member of a close-knit brigade

What We’re Looking For:

• A passion for food and a genuine interest in developing your skills

• A great work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to learn

• Some basic kitchen experience or formal culinary training is ideal, but not essential

• A team player who can take direction and stay calm under pressure

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive salary plus TRONC

• Staff meals on shift

• 50% off food and drink when you're not working

• Ongoing training and real opportunities for career progression

• A supportive team where your development matters

• Free on-site parking

Whether you’re a culinary school graduate or someone with a natural flair for cooking, this is your chance to start a rewarding career in a friendly, professional kitchen.

Ready to get cooking? Apply now and join our kitchen family!