Executive Chef Assistant

1 week ago


Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Valor Hospitality Europe Full time
Commis Chef - Exeter

Competitive hourly rate of £12.50, with a 40-hour workweek.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Commis Chef to join our team at voco Zeal Exeter Science Park. This 4-star hotel offers 142 stylish bedrooms, a restaurant and bar showcasing local produce, a mini gym, gardens, and versatile meeting space. The hotel is 100% electric and has a car park with 12 EV charging points.

Sustainability is a key part of our hotel's ethos. All our team members are certified as 'Carbon Literate', and we expect our team to understand the impact of their actions on our environment and actively contribute to reducing emissions.

As a Commis Chef, you will be required to work in a clean and efficient manner, demonstrating strong leadership skills and the ability to work under pressure without losing your cool. You'll work closely with our kitchen team to deliver an unforgettable dining experience, leaving our guests yearning for more.

We operate 7 days a week, 365 days a year, and need people to work a range of shifts and days. This means great flexibility if required. We are busier generally during evenings and weekends, but shift patterns and contracted hours can be discussed at interview.

We offer nationally recognized apprenticeships, which sit alongside our detailed brand training. In addition to competitive rates of pay, we also offer:

Exclusive discounts for you, your friends, and family

  • Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just £30 B&B.
  • Discounted stays for friends and family.
  • 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars.
  • Free meals while on duty, keeping you well-fuelled.
  • Access to high-street discounts on a range of shops, experiences, and more.
  • Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes, with our Cycle To Work Scheme.
  • Generous refer-a-friend bonuses, starting at £250.

Caring for your health and wellbeing, both in and outside of work

  • A calendar of wellness activities - from healthy lunches to wellbeing walks and pay day treats, not forgetting our annual #HealthyHabits campaign.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing free confidential advice, 24/7, for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
  • Healthcare Cash Plan options, from just £5 per month.

Supporting your hospitality career growth

  • Fully funded apprenticeship programmes.
  • Internal development programmes, designed to support you as you grow within your role.
  • Monthly and annual team member service awards, making sure your achievements are recognised and celebrated.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We operate 34 hotels across leading brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hotel Indigo, AC by Marriott, and Courtyard by Marriott. We continue to have ambitious development and growth plans, with three new luxury 5-star hotels planned to open in 2024.



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