Location: Petersfield
Salary: £27,040 per year (£13 per hour) + excellent monthly tips (£375+ per month)
Contract Type: Full Time (Permanent)

Are you a passionate aspiring chef looking to develop your skills in a supportive, high-quality kitchen environment where your growth genuinely matters?

We are recruiting for a Commis Chef to join a much-loved, independently run restaurant with a strong local reputation and a fresh, modern “French-ish” menu. Established over 35 years ago, this thriving venue has built an outstanding reputation, offering guests an exceptional dining experience with a beautiful garden bar and a strong focus on sustainability, seasonality, and locally sourced produce.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy, successful kitchen that values creativity, teamwork, and work-life balance, while offering genuine opportunities for progression and long-term career development.

The Role
As Commis Chef, you will support a close-knit and experienced kitchen brigade, working with fresh, locally sourced ingredients in a fast-paced but highly supportive environment where learning and development are encouraged every day.

This role has been created due to increased demand and continued business growth, making it an excellent time to join an expanding team.

What’s on Offer

• £27,040 salary (based on 40 hours per week)
• Additional £375+ per month in tips (Tronc system)
• Consistent working hours (typically finishing by 10 PM)
• Two days off per week (Monday & Tuesday)
• No regular split shifts (only when absolutely necessary)
• Real progression opportunities, with a strong preference to promote from within
• Ongoing training and development support
• Supportive leadership team and positive working culture

Key Responsibilities

• Support the kitchen team with food preparation and service

• Work with fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients

• Maintain consistently high standards of food quality and presentation

• Assist during busy service periods, particularly evenings and weekends

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative kitchen culture

• Ensure cleanliness and food safety standards are upheld at all times

• Learn and develop skills across different kitchen sections

What We’re Looking For

• Some experience in a professional kitchen (scratch cooking preferred)

• Interest or experience in fresh food, small plates, or high-volume service

• A genuine passion for food and cooking

• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and develop

• A strong team player who values a positive working environment

• A positive personality with enthusiasm and reliability

Working Environment

• A relaxed, supportive kitchen where teamwork is genuinely valued
• Open-plan setup with interaction between kitchen and front of house
• Structured days with prep time and a proper break between 3 PM – 5 PM
• Sunday finishes typically by 4–5 PM
• Prep shifts starting no earlier than 10:30 AM
• A kitchen culture focused on respect, development, and work-life balance

Apply Now
If you’re a motivated Commis Chef looking to grow your career within a respected independent restaurant and be part of a genuinely supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

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