Job title : Apprentice Commis Chef
Vacancy ID : 14181
Postcode : GL73NX
Recruitment Advisor : Karen Rotheram
Recruiter email :
address : Main Road
Hourly rate : £8.00 - £12.71 NMW for age
Programme Name : Level 2 - Commis Chef***
Anticipated Interview Date : 2026-11-10 00:00:00
Anticipated start date : 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Employer description :

Nestled in the rolling Cotswolds hills, we are your home away from home: a place to slow down, take Thyme and reconnect with nature.

Thyme is a historic English country estate. Winding gravel pathways connect 17th century houses and cottages with meticulously-restored agricultural barns, all enveloped in a pristine 150-acre estate.

Rooted in a passion for the local land, food and entertaining, our carefully curated menus tell a story of the farm and seasons. Under the direction of Charlie Hibbert, the chefs and gardeners at Thyme work together to select and grow the fruits, vegetables and herbs used to create his modern British countryside fare.

As Thyme has grown, the ethos has never faltered with the story of the land imbued in every detail. Today, Thyme is comprised of 31 bedrooms dispersed across its houses and cottages, the Ox Barn restaurant, the Baa Bar, the Swan pub, Cookery School, Meadow Spa, our boutiques, and the Tithe Barn event and exhibition space.

Job description :

Day to day responsibilities include;

1.         To assist other chefs in the kitchen area.

2.         To provide the highest standards of preparation and presentation for guests needs and to ensure expectations are met.

3.         To ensure that the kitchen areas are maintained in a clean and tidy manner in accordance with departmental standards.

4.         To ensure all equipment and materials are used in correct manner and any problems are reported immediately.

5.         To work effectively with colleagues to ensure a harmonious working environment where all employees are treated with respect and dignity.

6.         To maintain the security of stock areas at all times, immediately reporting any breaches.

7.         To comply with all health, safety, hygiene and licensing policies and procedures.

8.         To ensure that guest dissatisfactions are dealt with efficiently, reporting them to the Supervisor/Manager on duty.

9.         Any other duties as required by Management.
Brief Overview of the Vacancy : Are you passionate about food? Are you looking to start your career as a professional chef? If yes, then this might be the opportunity for you. Apply today!
Personal Qualities : Good personal hygiene
Organised
Attention to detail
Able to take direction well
Reliable
Trustworthy
Punctual
Flexible with working hours
Work well under pressure and be a team player
Things to consider : 40 hours per week shifts will be either 9am-5pm or 2pm-10pm.
Own transport is required as public transport is not an option.

This vacancy may close earlier than the closing date shown if sufficient applications are received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.