Commis Chef apprentice

The Idle Rocks Hotel, Crowlas, Cornwall

Commis Chef apprentice

£16,640 a year

The Idle Rocks Hotel, Crowlas, Cornwall

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Apprenticeship programme

Posted 3 weeks ago, 15 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: 11-08-2026 (In 5 days)

Job ref: None

Location ref: Crowlas, Cornwall

Full Job Description

Introduction

The Idle Rocks Hotel are offering an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Commis Chef apprentice. Gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours to kickstart your career in this exciting industry. 



About the Employer

We are a Luxury, Relais Chateaux Afflitated property on the South coast of Cornwall offering high quality, produce driven culinary experiences to a national and international market. We are Cornwall's on Relais Chateaux hotel, along with having a Michelin Key. Our terrace forms part of the historic St Mawes Sew Wall. We are positioned in a prime position on the sea. We have developed various relationships with superb suppliers over the years, including having our own fishing boat to collect diver scallops and fresh fish. We are positioned in St Mawes and have a sister property called The St Mawes Hotel, so we offer a multitude of dining styles across our two properties.



What You'll Do

Duties will include:

  • Basic knife skills
  • Preparing vegetables
  • Preparing staff meals
  • Dressing and support on the larder section
  • Learning about the ethos and mentality of a Relais Chateaux Hotel


Training Outcome

Opportunities may be available to progress to a Chef de Partie role.



Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience


Qualifications

  • Desired - GCSE - English - 3
  • Desired - GCSE - Maths - 3


Course Information

Course: Commis chef (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Catering and hospitality

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate



Working Arrangements

Working Week: Likely Thursday - Monday with Tuesday and Wednesday off. This will look like morning shifts 8am - 3pm Thursday and Friday. Daytime shifts on the other days 10am - 6pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Number of Positions Available: 30



Training Provider: CORNWALL COLLEGE

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/commis-chef-apprentice-127108982