At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our kitchen team and create unforgettable dishes for our guests.
- Company: Hotel Du Vin, a vibrant and historic venue in beautiful Cambridge.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, discounts, wellness initiatives, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a fun workplace culture with exciting events and sustainability initiatives.
- Why this job: Kickstart your culinary career in a supportive environment with room for growth.
- Qualifications: Passion for cooking and a desire to learn in a fast-paced kitchen.
The predicted salary is between 12.96 - 12.96 £ per hour.
Opened in 2007, our establishment features 41 bedrooms, an 80-seater Bistro & Bar, and 2 private event spaces seating up to 30. Nestled among the Grade II listed buildings of picturesque Trumpington Street, it has been lovingly converted from old University buildings, retaining original character and stunning architectural features. Cambridge is a town brimming with history, tradition, and scholarly charm, offering attractions from Kings College to the bustling market square, winding cobbled streets, and punting down the River Cam.
About the Role
Rate of pay: £12.96ph / 40 hours
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Cambridge
We are looking for Commis Chefs with immediate starts available. If you love watching your food leave the pass, knowing that guests will enjoy it as much as you loved cooking it, and if you want to be part of something different, working with the best food and drink, this could be the next step for you into a Chef De Partie role. We actively encourage internal development and progression.
About You
Benefits
- Heavily discounted staff room rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin, and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
- Discounted friends and family room rate with 50% off the best available rate.
- 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros.
- Fully funded apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career.
- High street discounts on a range of shops, experiences, holidays, and more.
- Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes.
- Healthcare cash plans - dental, optical, medical, and more available from £5 per month.
- Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 for referring friends.
- A decent uniform.
- Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar promoting activities like Pay Day Lunches/Treats, Mental Health Awareness week, and more.
- Wagestream for instant access to your pay as it’s earned.
- Complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd, and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast.
- Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family.
Our Sustainability Goals:
- 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy.
- We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels.
- We have moved to a chemical-free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas.
- Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace.
Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are equal opportunities employers and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Commis Chef in Cambridge employer: Malmaison Hotel du Vin
Hotel Du Vin is an exceptional employer located in the heart of historic Cambridge, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive pay, extensive benefits including discounted stays and dining, and a commitment to sustainability, we create an environment where our team can thrive while making memorable experiences for our guests. Join us as a Commis Chef and take the next step in your culinary career with opportunities for progression and a supportive community.
