Commis Chef – Wych Cross, England

OverviewCommis Chef – Hindleap Warren Educational Outdoor CentreLocation: Hindleap Warren, East SussexSalary: £25,500 per annumContract: Full-time, 52-week operationWorking Pattern: 5 out of 7 days, including regular weekendsWe are currently seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Commis Chef to join our friendly kitchen team at Hindleap Warren Educational Outdoor Centre, a well-established residential outdoor education setting nestled in the heart of East Sussex.If you’re passionate about developing your culinary skills in a supportive environment and want to be part of a team that fuels fun, learning and adventure — this is the role for you.About the CentreHindleap Warren delivers high-quality outdoor learning experiences to children and young people year-round. Operating 7 days a week (with a short closure at Christmas), the kitchen provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner services for both guests and staff.We cater for up to 185 people daily, averaging around 140–150, which allows for a dynamic yet manageable kitchen operation.Why Join Us?Great opportunity for a budding chef to grow in a fast-paced but nurturing kitchenRegular working patterns with clear shiftsSupportive team environment focused on quality and consistencyFree meals during shiftsUniform providedTraining and development opportunities to progress your careerJob DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesSupport the Head Chef and wider kitchen team in the preparation and service of breakfast, lunch, and dinnerMaintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness at all timesFollow daily food production schedules and portion control standardsAssist in the preparation of ingredients and simple dishes under supervisionSet up and clear down the kitchen and service areas as requiredEnsure proper storage and labelling of all food itemsParticipate in stock rotation and assist with deliveriesHelp with washing up and general kitchen duties as requiredWork cooperatively in a small team to meet mealtime deadlinesContribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented kitchen cultureQualificationsBasic Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2) – requiredNVQ Level 1 or 2 in Professional Cookery or equivalent – preferred but not essentialExperience in a kitchen or catering environment – desirableUnderstanding of basic food safety and kitchen hygiene practicesWillingness to learn and take direction from senior chefsStrong work ethic and ability to work calmly under pressurePositive attitude and team-focused approachFlexibility to work shifts across weekdays and weekendsPassion for food and interest in progressing within a kitchen teamAdditional InformationHolroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.We pride ourselves on:Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.Nutrition We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.Food Innovation We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references. #J-18808-Ljbffr