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Commis Chef

The Woodsman
Stratford-Upon-Avon Full-time
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Commis Chef
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£28080 per annum
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The Woodsman, Stratford Upon Avon

Situated in the heart of Stratford\-upon\-Avon, The Woodsman Restaurant offers a traditional approach to contemporary British cooking in comfortable and convivial surroundings. We work with the seasons and source our ingredients from the bountiful English countryside as sustainably as possible. We love using wild food, and harvest much of it ourselves. All the meat on our menus is ‘nose to tail’ so the menu is ever changing, and we waste nothing.

But not only is our food impressive, our surroundings are too. Dating back to 1500, our beautiful Grade II listed building was used as an Inn between 1655 to 1661 and played host to The Royal Shakespeare Club’s annual dinner from as early as 1824\. The next chapter in this buildings rich history takes it back to its roots, creating a heritage dining experience where comfort and conviviality are key.

The Role:

We are thrilled to offer an incredible opportunity for a passionate Commis Chef to join our team and be a part of our dynamic kitchen brigade. You will have the chance to work with top\-quality ingredients sourced locally, alongside a team of talented chefs. Your role will involve assisting in various kitchen tasks under the guidance of our Head Chef, ensuring that every dish is cooked to perfection and presented beautifully. You will also learn new skills and recipes from experienced team members, helping you to grow and develop in your career. Join us in maintaining high standards of service, cleanliness, and safety, and be part of a truly rewarding culinary experience.

The Ideal Candidate:

Are you ready to kick\-start your career in the culinary world? We are on the hunt for a passionate Commis Chef who is eager to learn and grow with our team. While previous experience is a bonus, it is not necessary as we will provide all the training you need for success. Attention to detail is key in our fast\-paced kitchen, where quality and consistency are paramount. If you thrive under pressure and have a proactive attitude, we want to hear from you! Join us and be part of something exciting in the world of food and cooking.

*All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.*

Benefits:

  • Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at all Castlebridge properties for you and your friends and family, so everyone can enjoy a break away. Rates start from £50 per night, with breakfast included.

  • 50% off your bill when you dine in one of our Restaurants or Bars.

  • Fully funded Apprenticeship programme to develop your career without a reduction in your pay.

  • Cycle to work scheme \- save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes.

  • Healthcare Cash Plans \- dental, optical, medical and more available from just £1 per week.

  • Referral schemes for referring your friends or family to join our team.

  • Flexible shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone.

  • Monthly colleague recognition through our 5\-Star Service rewards programme and monetary rewards for long service milestones.

  • Use of Wagestream financial wellbeing platform, allowing you to access your pay as and when you need it.

  • Employee Assistance Programme \- free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you.

  • An internal communications hub which acts as our very own social media platform, connecting you to your colleagues and the wider group in seconds.

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