The Hartley Arms
Commis Chef - Kitchen support
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Commis Chef - Kitchen Support
Location: The Hartley Arms
Position Type: Part Time
Experience Required: 1 Year
Hourly Rate: £13.50
Job Opening: Open - 24 days left (Expires on Thu, 05 Nov 2026)
Description
Join the Honesty Family — Commis Chef / Kitchen Support
At Honesty Group, we’re not just another hospitality business. We’re a home away from home — built on great food, great coffee and great people. Everything we serve is rooted in quality and care, from our handmade bakery products to our seasonal menus and fresh ingredients. We believe hospitality should feel honest, welcoming and community-focused, and we’re looking for people who want to be part of that.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We put people first, and that includes our kitchen teams. This role is perfect for someone who wants to develop their cooking skills while becoming an important part of a supportive and hardworking kitchen. You’ll work alongside experienced chefs, learn fresh food preparation and gain valuable kitchen experience, while also helping keep the kitchen organised, clean and running smoothly. Many of our chefs and supervisors started in junior kitchen roles and progressed through the business.
What You’ll Do
As a Commis Chef / Kitchen Support team member, you’ll be involved in all aspects of kitchen life.
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Kitchen & Food Preparation:
- Assist with the preparation of fresh food and daily mise en place
- Support chefs during service
- Prepare ingredients and simple dishes
- Help with deliveries, stock rotation and storage
- Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation
Kitchen Support & KP Duties:
- Wash dishes, utensils, cookware and kitchen equipment
- Keep the kitchen clean, organised and safe
- Support cleaning schedules and daily kitchen maintenance
- Dispose of waste correctly and maintain recycling systems
- Assist with end-of-day cleaning and closing procedures
This role includes a significant amount of kitchen porter responsibility, particularly during busy periods, so we’re looking for someone who takes pride in keeping a kitchen running efficiently and enjoys being part of a team.
This role is for 25-30 hours per week, Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday lunch.
Who You Are
- Enthusiastic and hardworking
- Happy to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in
- Reliable and organised
- Calm under pressure
- A team player who supports others
- Interested in food and developing kitchen skills
- Willing to learn and take ownership
Kitchen experience is helpful, but attitude is just as important to us.
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What You’ll Get From Us
- Full training and ongoing support
- The opportunity to develop your cooking skills
- Free meal on duty
- 20% discount across Honesty Group
- Discounted Cookery School courses
- Genuine opportunities for progression
Your Future Here
This role can lead to opportunities such as:
- Commis Chef
- Chef de Partie
- Kitchen Supervisor
- Production Kitchen roles
- Wider opportunities across Honesty Group
We love promoting from within and investing in people who want to grow.
Safety & Inclusivity
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, supported and respected.
How to Apply
Send us your CV and a few lines about why you’d like to join Honesty. Tell us what good hospitality means to you — we’d love to hear your story.
Location: Groombridge Pl, Donnington, Newbury RG14 2JQ, UK
Get directions: Groombridge Pl, Donnington, Newbury RG14 2JQ, UK
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