Work With Us at The Boot Inn, Orleton

Commis Chef

Job Overview

The Boot Inn in Orleton is now seeking an enthusiastic and positive individual to join our team as a Commis Chef. We are a small community pub and restaurant, and we pride ourselves on producing high-quality, freshly prepared food for our customers.

As a Commis Chef, you will be at the heart of our kitchen operation and will play a key role in our continued success. You will work as part of a friendly and welcoming team, sharing your passion for food while learning new skills in a fast-paced and supportive environment.

You will assist our chefs during busy services, maintain high standards of hygiene and safety, and help ensure our kitchen runs smoothly.

This position is ideal for someone who is just starting their career in hospitality and catering. We want to help you grow as an individual building confidence, forming connections with colleagues and customers, and developing your skills for a long-term future in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting chefs in all areas of the kitchen

• Food preparation and cooking tasks

• Washing up and maintaining kitchen cleanliness

• Following a high health, safety, and hygiene standards

• Working efficiently during busy service periods

• Supporting the team to ensure smooth kitchen operations

Requirements

• Food Handling Certificate (an advantage but not essential – training can be provided)

• Background in catering or hospitality is beneficial

• Ability to work independently when required and as part of a team

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Personal Qualities We’re Looking For

• Reliable

• Patient

• Positive attitude

• Proactive

• High standards of personal hygiene

Shifts & Hours

• Wednesday to Sunday (some split shifts)

• Must be available to work weekends

• 35+ hours per week

Benefits

• Great career opportunities

• Career development and training

• Free parking

• Tips

• Workplace Company pension

Salary

Salary will be discussed at interview and will depend on experience. Written references, certificates, and cooking trials may be requested at the interview stage.

No Experience? No Problem.

If you don’t have previous kitchen experience, please don’t let that put you off applying. We are happy to offer development and training opportunities for the right candidate. If you have a passion for cooking and want to start or change your career in hospitality, we would love to hear from you.

Think you’d be a great fit for The Boot Inn?

Send your CV across and we’ll be in touch.