Quarter are looking for an enthusiastic Commis chef to join the team at the Square. This is a fantastic role for someone who is looking to learn and work with fresh ingredients in a fine dining environment.

The Square is located in Clifton, Bristol and is a high-end and versatile venue - with events, weddings and the à la Carte menu all being a feature of any given week. Our goal is to have kitchen teams that are happy and productive - our chefs don't work crazy hours, have a supportive Head Chef who is willing to develop the team's skills and ensure a good work life balance, with Christmas off and a rota pattern that you can plan around! There is an excellent training ethic in this kitchen - progression is very possible for those that have the right attitude and get stuck in! 

Key information for the Commis Chef role:

Hours: 32-42 hours per week (over 4-5 shifts per week)

Salary: £10.90 per hour plus monthly service charge/ tips which are shared between front and back of house

Signing on bonus: You will receive a £200 signing on bonus

A typical week! You will be working 4-5 shifts per week (straight shifts) to include weekend work on rotation. It would be possible to work this rota around existing college commitments so please do apply and ask if that is a concern! 

What you’ll be doing as Commis Chef:

• Using fresh ingredients to help our senior chefs prepare award-winning food
• Learning new techniques to further your development
• Involved in service from day one
• Act as a good team player - getting stuck in as required
• Helping prepare for our events and a la carte menus
  

Company perks:

• 20% company discounts in our restaurants and friends and family discounts in our hotels.
• Free meals on duty
• 28 days holiday per year (pro rated for part time work)
• Regular company socials and parties
• Great development and fantastic opportunities for progression

About our ideal Commis Chef:

You’re friendly, confident and a great team player. You love to cook with fresh, quality ingredients and are passionate about providing our guests with excellent food. You are able to maintain high standards in all aspects of your role, and are keen to learn and progress! You will be looking to get valuable experience within a fast paced team where you'll get to be involved in service from the word go - not preparing veggies all day!

We regret that we are unable to sponsor working visas with this role - you must have a current right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

The next steps:

If you think you’d be a great addition to our team, please send us your CV along with a brief covering letter explaining why we should consider you for the role by clicking the ‘apply now’ button. The closing date for this position is Friday 20th October 2023.

The interview process:

The interview process will involve a first round telephone interview with a member of the HR team. Applicants who are successful at this stage will then be invited in to a short, paid, trial (lasting approximately 2 hours). We reserve the right to close this role before the given deadline in the event a suitable candidate is found.