Commis Chef/Chef de Partie – Aldeburgh, Suffolk

A superb kitchen opportunity with a well-established coastal hotel

We are working with a highly regarded coastal hotel that is looking to add a talented and enthusiastic chef to its kitchen brigade. This is a genuinely flexible appointment: the level of the role will be shaped around the successful candidate, with scope for a strong Commis Chef ready to step up, or an established Chef de Partie looking for a fresh challenge in a quality-driven kitchen.

Location: Aldeburgh, Suffolk

Salary: £29,000 – £32,000 (based on 45 hours per week)

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Live-In: Available – all-inclusive at £60 per week

Overview

The kitchen prides itself on fresh, seasonal cooking, strong local supply relationships and a well-run, respectful working environment. It is an ideal setting for a chef who wants to keep developing their craft, learn properly and progress on merit rather than simply fill a rota gap.

The Role

Reporting to the Head Chef and senior kitchen team, you will take ownership of your section, working across a fresh, seasonal menu to a consistently high standard. You will be given the training, structure and support to grow, with a clear route towards Chef de Partie for anyone joining at Commis level.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking dishes to a consistently high standard across your allocated section.
• Running your section confidently and calmly during service.
• Supporting mise en place and ensuring the kitchen is set up correctly for every service.
• Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness.
• Assisting with deliveries, rotation and correct storage of stock.
• Working closely with the wider brigade to ensure smooth, well-communicated service.
• Contributing ideas to menu development and seasonal specials.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members as you progress.

Key Requirements

• Previous kitchen experience at Commis Chef or Chef de Partie level.
• A genuine passion for fresh, seasonal food and quality produce.
• Willingness to learn, take direction and develop your skills.
• A calm, organised approach under pressure.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• A reliable, positive team player with a strong work ethic.
• Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including evenings and weekends.

This role would suit a chef who wants to be developed properly within a supportive brigade, and who values quality of training and working environment as much as the salary itself.

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £29,000 – £32,000, based on 45 hours per week.
• Live-in accommodation available on an all-inclusive basis at £60 per week.
• Level of appointment shaped around your experience — Commis Chef through to Chef de Partie.
• Genuine training, development and progression within a quality kitchen.
• Fresh, seasonal cooking with excellent local produce.
• A stable, well-run kitchen with a supportive senior team.
• A superb coastal location in which to live and work.

If this sounds like the right next step for you, please apply with an up-to-date CV and we will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in confidence.

CVs in English (Word or PDF format only).

Important Notes:

1. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from candidates requiring sponsorship.
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3. Due to the high volume of applications received, if you have not heard from us within 7 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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