We are looking for a keen, reliable and ambitious Commis Chef to join the kitchen team at The Leicester Arms Country Inn in Penshurst.
This is a great opportunity for someone who loves food, wants to learn properly, and is looking to build a career in a professional kitchen. You do not need to know everything already, but you do need to have the right attitude, be organised, willing to listen, and take pride in doing things well.
As Commis Chef, you will support the senior chefs with daily preparation, service and kitchen organisation. You will learn how to work across different sections, follow recipes, prepare fresh ingredients and help deliver consistent, high quality dishes for our guests.
You will be part of a busy, food-led country inn where teamwork, standards and attention to detail really matter.
Support the kitchen team with daily prep and mise en place.
Prepare ingredients, garnishes, sauces and basic dishes to the agreed standard.
Assist chefs during service and learn how to work different sections.
Follow recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards.
Keep your section clean, organised and ready for service.
Label, store and rotate food correctly.
Follow food safety, allergen and health and safety procedures at all times.
Help reduce waste and look after ingredients properly.
Support the kitchen porters and wider team when needed.
Listen, learn and take feedback positively.
Bring a good attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to improve every day.
Some kitchen experience is helpful, but attitude is more important.
A genuine interest in food and hospitality.
Reliability, punctuality and willingness to work hard.
A calm and positive approach.
Good attention to detail.
Willingness to learn from the senior chefs.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Basic understanding of food hygiene is useful, but training can be provided.
A supportive kitchen where you can learn and grow.
Training from experienced chefs.
The chance to develop into a Demi Chef de Partie or Chef de Partie role.
Fresh, seasonal food and proper kitchen standards.
Staff meals on duty.
Opportunities to progress within Little and Large Pub Company.
A professional, friendly and ambitious team environment.
The Leicester Arms is part of Little and Large Pub Company, a small independent hospitality group built around proper pubs, great food, warm service and the little details that make the large difference.
We want people who care, want to improve and enjoy being part of a team that is proud of what it does.