Commis Chef

We are not just hiring - we are looking for passionate people who bring energy to the kitchen!

• How strong is your passion for food?
• Do you take pride in every dish you prepare?
• Can you stay calm under pressure, learn quickly, and turn busy services into opportunities to shine?

We believe that the best kitchens are built on teamwork, positivity, and a genuine love for great food. Every member of our brigade plays an important role in creating memorable dining experiences for our guests.

If you've got the enthusiasm, dedication, and drive to develop your culinary skills, we want to hear from you.

We are on the hunt for motivated, positive, and hardworking individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to learn from experienced chefs while building a rewarding career in hospitality.

The Rudding Park team's core purpose is to create timeless memories and instinctive care in exceptional spaces.

As a commis chef within Rudding Park you will be given full training across all areas of the kitchen and have the chance to work across multiple outlets within the resort. This will enable you to gain experience doing different food styles and services.

You will be working with a strong motivated kitchen team of experienced and passionate Chefs who promote collaboration and diligence.

What we are looking for?

• Team Player
• Reliable
• Hardworking
• Trustworthy
• Passionate in your work
• Works well under pressure
• Working pattern 5 days over 7

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation of dishes using the best fresh & local produce.
• Supporting the team working all sections as required
• Taking pride in being responsible for helping to deliver high-quality food for our guests
• Working well in a busy kitchen and thrive under pressure.
• Team player and who can respectfully communicate to the team
• Have a desire to aim for high standards.
• Be reliable, hardworking, trustworthy and passionate in your work
• Deal with deliveries and stock rotation
• Maintain kitchen hygiene standard at all times
• Following all health & safety / COSHH protocol
• Do all the above whilst following the core values of Rudding Park

In return for your hard work and commitment we offer:

• Enhanced pay- 50p per hour for evening work after 7pm (Sunday - Thursday), £1 per hour for weekend day work until 7pm (Saturdays and Sundays), £1.50 per hour for evenings from 7pm (Friday and Saturdays)
• Service Charge (Tronc) earn up to an additional £5,000 per year
• Company sick pay for up to 4 weeks
• A range of discounts including 50% off spa days and dining, not to mention preferential room rates for employees and family (subject to availability of course)
• Annual party, family fun days, and award dinners - we love to celebrate!
• Up to 30 days annual leave, increasing with length of service
• Complimentary overnight stay for you and a guest (including dinner, bed and breakfast with spa) when you complete a three month probation
• FREE food and drink; The Green Room is our team's dedicated space to chill out, when not 'on stage' looking after our guests. You'll find a range of hot and cold food options with different areas to relax, catch up with your 'co-stars' or watch TV.
• Investment in personal growth through Apprenticeship, Training Courses and Development Programmes.
• Can't wait until pay day? Wage Stream allows you to pay yourself when you need it!
• Hospitality Rewards include FREE Employee Assistance Programme from Day 1
• Local discounts on gym memberships
• Complimentary counselling sessions to support mental health
• Wellbeing App with a range of support such as podcasts, fitness videos, recipes
• AND MUCH MORE .

About Rudding Park

A privately-owned luxury hotel, Rudding Park has 90 bedrooms and suites, a destination spa, three restaurants and a kitchen garden, private cinema, two golf courses and meetings and events venue. Set in 300 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, Rudding Park is one of the most beautiful Harrogate hotels.

Rudding Park features the first Roof Top Spa in the UK and offers an extensive range hydrotherapy and thermal experiences. We offer an extensive range of treatments and guests can discover the Escape Zone - a peaceful and serene space to relax following a treatment. The Spa also offers an indoor swimming pool using natural waters from the grounds of Rudding Park, a Juniper Log Sauna, Rasul for traditional Moorish mud treatments, Retail Therapy, Hair Studio, Nail and Beauty Studio.