Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, UK
Salary: £26,936
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Hotel Type: Fresh Food, Fine Dining Hotel Restaurant
Are you a Commis Chef with a passion for fresh food and a drive to grow?
Join a professional kitchen team in a highly respected hotel in Bridgwater, Somerset. This is your chance to build your culinary career in a fine dining environment that celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients and offers genuine progression opportunities.
About the Role
This isn’t just another Commis Chef job — it’s the first step on a real career path. You’ll be part of a supportive brigade that takes pride in producing elegant dishes using locally sourced ingredients. Whether you're prepping mise en place or plating for 70 covers, you’ll gain experience across all sections in a kitchen known for promoting from within. Our current Sous Chef started out as a Commis — you could be next.
What’s in It for You?
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Salary: £12.95 per hour (£26,936 annually)
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Hours: 40 hours per week
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Shifts: 1:30pm–9:30pm or 2:00pm–10:00pm
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Time Off: One full weekend off every four
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Career Progression: Clear path to CDP and beyond
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Kitchen Culture: Supportive, professional, and focused on learning
Who We’re Looking For
If you’ve got around 6 months of kitchen experience and a love for fresh, high-quality food, we want to hear from you. This role is ideal for someone hungry to learn and excited to work in a fast-paced but encouraging environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist in the preparation and service of fine dining dishes
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Keep your section clean, organised, and ready for service
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Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times
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Support stock rotation and mise en place
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Be a reliable and motivated team player
What You’ll Need
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6+ months’ experience in a professional kitchen (fresh food preferred)
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A positive attitude and willingness to learn
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Great communication and teamwork skills
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Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
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Right to work in the UK
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re serious about your career and want to be part of a hotel kitchen that values your development, apply today to become our next Commis Chef in Bridgwater, Somerset.