Commis Chef

Nestled in the idyllic countryside of Suffolk, the beautiful Ickworth Hotel is now seeking a motivated and talented Junior Sous Chef to join our brilliant team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a luxury hotel known for its exceptional service and welcoming culture.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Commis Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team and contribute to our ongoing success. This a permanent role, at 48 hours per week (including weekends), with a salary of £30,476 per annum, plus generous service charge.

You will:

As a Commis Chef, you will play a crucial role in the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes in our fast-paced kitchen. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring chef to develop their skills and grow within a supportive and creative environment.

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of dishes according to our restaurant’s standards and recipes.
• Ensure all food is prepared and presented to the highest quality.
• Maintain a clean and organised workstation, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Support senior chefs with various kitchen tasks, including food prep, plating, and inventory management.
• Participate in menu planning and contribute innovative ideas for new dishes.
• Uphold the highest standards of food hygiene and safety practices.

What we need:

• Proven experience as a Commis Chef or similar role in a reputable establishment will be beneficial; however, training will be provided.
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safety practices.
• A friendly and engaging personality, with a passion for hospitality and great service and a desire to learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Food Hygiene level 2 would be beneficial.

Why work with us?

• Work/life balance is priority for our team- we strive to ensure you have a 4 on 3 off working pattern so you can make sure you have time for you!
• Knife Sponsorship Scheme – We understand the importance of a chef’s tools so we offer our kitchen team members up to £120 to put towards your very own knives.
• Chefs dine out scheme – We want our chefs to experience new styles and tastes of dining as part of their development so every 6 months we will give you £100 on eating out at restaurant of your choice!
• Our training and development is a little different here at LFH– we are certified by the Institute of Hospitality and offer our teams career progression by working with Umbrella Training.
• An extra day’s holiday for your birthday 
• EarlyPay – Need to access some of your monthly salary a little early sometimes? No problem!
• Cycle to work scheme
• Help@Hand - Our online health and wellbeing service – Get same day remote GP appointments, Mental Health support and Physiotherapy on us.
• Life Assurance Benefit for peace of mind for your loved ones.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages 
• Want to give back but never have the time? We will give you a paid day off for any volunteering or fundraising you would like to get involved in once a year
• The LFH Benefit Hub – Easily accessible employee discount platform for you to take advantage of at your favourite high street and online retailers
• 50% off Food and Beverage and the Spa across Luxury Family Hotels.
• Incredible discounted hotel stays for you, friends and family

Please ensure you check the hotel location as some of our hotels are hidden away and you will have to use your own transport to locate us! 

Who are LFH?

Part of the Luxury Family Hotel Group, The Ickworth Hotel, nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Bury St Edmunds, is a beautiful retreat that offers an unparalleled family experience for our guests. Set within 1,800 acres of stunning National Trust parkland, combining heritage and modern elegance, providing an idyllic escape for families.

We are dedicated to creating an inspiring space for our team members that is fun, all-inclusive, professional and rewarding – just as a career in hospitality should be!

Here at LFH we are an equal opportunities employer and strive to create a diverse and accessible workplace for all. We believe in a culture and inclusive team member experience that values people from all backgrounds, race and religions. We respect, value and embrace diversity and ensure everyone is recognised and respected, we celebrate our differences.