Commis Chef

Hotel Indigo Torquay is looking for Commis Chef’s to join our growing team and bring the Hotel Indigo values to life!

Hotel Indigo Torquay, opening in 2025, promises a stimulating new addition to this idyllic coastal town.

Nestled along the stunning English Riviera, the hotel will offer guests breathtaking views of Tor Bay and access to some of Torquay’s most iconic beaches and walking trails where you can truly appreciate nature.

Close to local attractions, including the historic Torre Abbey and the lively harbour, guests can also indulge in the region's renowned culinary scene featuring fresh seafood and artisanal delights.

Hotel Indigo will provide a unique and memorable experience, offering a tonic for the body, imagination and soul; capturing the spirit of this longstanding English seaside location.

We have a variety of contracts available, Part-Time (from 8 hours per week) and Full-Time (40 hours per week).

As a Commis Chef (Full-Time or Part-Time), you can expect to carry out the following duties…


* Preparing and presenting elements of our dishes (you will be creating excellent culinary and visual experiences for our guests) – experience working as a Commis Chef or Prep Chef within a similar environment is essential for this role! 


* Ensuring our Kitchen environment is safe and organised (you will work with our Team of chefs to ensure a safe environment for everyone) -  working towards or already gained qualifications within a culinary course is beneficial!  


* Working within a Team (you will be working closely with all levels of Chefs and expected to help each other out when needed) – clear communication and being a team player is the type of person we are looking for! 

Just like no two Hotel Indigos are alike, we believe no two individuals are alike.

Therefore, we offer our colleagues with a wide range of additional benefits to support you.

By taking a confident step in your career and joining us, you can expect to receive….


* Financial security - £13.00 per hour, guaranteed hours, paid overtime, a free meal on shift, paid holidays, subsidised unsocial hour travel support and enhanced sick pay! Plus Tronc paid monthly.

Wagestream - a financial wellbeing app giving you the opportunity  to save, track and withdraw your pay as you earn it.


* Growth and development – extensive training, opportunities for career progression across the world, plus 2 paid days volunteering per year with a cause of your choice.


* Colleague perks  - worldwide discounted room rates and discounted F&B whilst on employee rate (IHG has over 6,000 hotels and growing), plus generous friends and family rate.

Discounts through our portal on your supermarket shop, experiences and loads of retailers on our perks portal. 


* Wellbeing – generous maternity/paternity pay, employee assistance programme available 24/7 and access to mental health first-aiders 

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