We are looking for a Commis Chef to join our team at The Red Lion on Odiham High Street. It is a position that requires someone who has a passion for food, is hardworking, enjoys working with others and has an enthusiasm to learn. Our support to you Support, training and development to improve your competency and skills in the role and to aid towards progression opportunities in the future £750 retention bonus Competitive salary £500 when you refer a friend or family member to any pub at Red Mist Regular social events and familiarisation trips Free meals on duty Regular in-house staff competitions Increased annual leave through length of service Monthly & annual ‘Shining Star’ nominations and awards 25% discount on food and drink in all Red Mist Leisure pubs for up to 4 people Access to Perkbox, offering staff discounts on high street brands, local gyms, and cinemas Be part of our charity days and events Guaranteed Christmas day off 4% Pension contribution Your role To assist the kitchen team in food preparation and storage to ensure a high standard of food is served always, achieving all operational and commercial targets. to be friendly and supportive and to work hard as part of a team to ensure high standards are continually maintained To ensure we deliver a high standard of food always ensuring all dishes are served at the correct portion size, quality and temperature To ensure that all Health and Safety legislation and guidelines are implemented, adhered to and maintained, in respect of kitchen production, employees, machinery, equipment and hygiene To maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness around all areas of the kitchen To minimise wastage To ensure stock holding and rotation is implemented To work at other sites within the group as required To achieve exceptional customer satisfaction results with regards to food To ensure all company property is properly respected, used and looked after to reduce maintenance or replacement costs What we are looking for Passion for food. We love food and so do our customers. This is the reason most of them visit our pubs. It is essential to understand and be passionate about great food. We want our menu and specials to express real enthusiasm and passion for the ingredients and food Totally customer focused. We must always strive to please them and exceed their expectations Honest, dedicated and hard working You must be a fun person with a good sense of humour who can enjoy work and the interaction with customers and other staff members Ambition and drive Enthusiastic personality who takes real pride in achieving exceptional results The ability to create and maintain consistently great food all the time