Are you passionate about food and eager to start an exciting career in the catering industry? This is your big opportunity to learn from an experienced and supportive team in a thriving, family-run company that truly invests in its people.
At Clearwell Castle, we create exceptional wedding cuisine, and we’re looking for a driven and ambitious Commis Chef to join our team. This isn’t just a job—it’s the first step on your journey to becoming a Head Chef! With hands-on training, real progression opportunities, and a team that wants to see you succeed, there’s no better place to start your career.
Why Join Us?
✔ A real career path – We support growth and development from day one
✔ Learn from the best – Work alongside skilled chefs in a high-quality banqueting kitchen
✔ No late-night service – Work structured shifts in a well-organised kitchen
✔ Exciting career opportunities – Regular salary reviews and promotions
✔ Work in a stunning venue – Cook in one of the UK’s most beautiful wedding locations
What You'll Be Doing
* Preparing ingredients and setting up the kitchen before each service
* Working on different kitchen stations, learning essential chef skills
* Cooking and plating dishes to a high standard, ensuring every wedding meal is perfect
* Assisting with menu development and new ideas for dishes
* Maintaining top hygiene standards and ensuring a clean, organised kitchen
* Supporting the team during service and ensuring smooth kitchen operations
* Gaining valuable experience that will prepare you for future promotions
What We’re Looking For
* A hardworking and passionate individual who wants to grow in the industry
* Someone eager to learn and develop their skills in a professional kitchen
* A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, high-quality kitchen environment
* A commitment to delivering top-tier food for unforgettable wedding experiences
Perks & Benefits
* Paid company events twice a year
* Free on-site parking
* Referral programme – Earn rewards for bringing great people on board
* Store discounts
* TipJar – share in team tips
* Wagestream – access your earnings early
If you’re serious about starting your career as a chef and want to be part of a supportive team that helps you progress, apply now!
Your journey to Head Chef starts here.
A stunning Tudor Gothic-style mansion, surrounded by 10 acres of manicured grounds and parkland, steeped in history and exuding elegance, Holmewood Hall is the perfect venue for a wedding. With a striking red-brick exterior, there is an abundance of beauty and charm throughout the whole house and has a beautiful ceremony room boasting an 18-carat gold leaf ceiling, multiple reception rooms, a great bar and disco room, and also ample accommodation for guests to stay the night.
Our beautiful wedding venue had its first wedding in 2019 and has been offering dream weddings ever since. Part of the Country House Weddings portfolio of hand-picked wedding venues, with more than 30 years of experience offering perfect weddings to couples, our exclusive-use, all-inclusive wedding packages take care of your wedding day from start to finish, overseen by our expert team.
From specialist wedding Chefs, experienced Personal Wedding Managers and a fantastic wait team, to knowledgeable grounds teams and passionate housekeepers, our teams pride themselves on providing a top-quality service that helps make our weddings a success.