Commis Chef - Salisbury, Wiltshire

Colten Care Limited; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned care home group in Salisbury is seeking an experienced Commis Chef to join their team. The role involves assisting the Head Chef in preparing nutritious home-cooked meals and catering for residents' dietary needs. Candidates should have a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences and hold a relevant qualification in Catering or Cookery. This position offers a flexible working pattern, with paid breaks and a focus on career development opportunities within the company.

Benefits

Uniform provided

Excellent inductions and training

Career progression opportunities

Additional hours / overtime opportunities

Choice of meals and drinks on duty

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar culinary role.
• Genuine passion for creating exceptional dining experiences.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in preparing home cooked meals.
• Support catering for specific dietary needs and events.
• Ensure a safe and hygienic working environment.
• Provide training support for new team members.

Skills

Food preparation

Nutritionally balanced meal planning

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds 706 1/2 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering / Cookery

Job description

Overview

Salary: From £14.00 up to £15.50 per hour

Working Hours: 42 hours per week, flexible working pattern required (includes paid breaks)

Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire

Closing Date: 08/01/2026

From £14.00 up to £15.50 per hour

42 hours per week, flexible working pattern required (includes paid breaks)

At Colten Care we are proud to offer career development opportunities, and a range of pay enhancements across our roles. Contact us to find out more

We’re searching for an experienced, passionate and well-rounded Commis Chef to join our team at Braemar Lodge in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef to prepare a variety of home cooked meals including a selection of fresh cakes from local fresh produce
• Provide tasty nutritionally balanced meals across the various mealtimes
• Work closely with staff to support catering for specific dietary needs and special events
• Provide team support, assisting with the training and development of new starters and covering the Kitchen Assistant when required
• Ensure a safe, hygienic working environment by following Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations
• Shifts finish at 6:30pm
• Paid breaks (hourly rate)
• Annual pay review

That’s not all! Our shifts finish at 6:30pm, so if you’re looking for a better work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you!

In our well-equipped professional kitchen with modern appliances, you’ll support the Head Chef and Kitchen team in preparing meals that reflect the comforting flavours of home using locally sourced ingredients. Working closely with residents to create wholesome, balanced meals that enhance their well-being and tantalise their tastebuds. As a Commis Chef, you’ll follow guidance from the Head Chef, developing your skills while ensuring high standards are maintained and making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.

About You

You’ll have a genuine passion for creating an exceptional resident dining experience. You’ll be a natural communicator, a team player with a can-do attitude and a sense of fun.

You’ll take pride in understanding our residents’ needs and assisting them through a unique and exciting food journey, building lasting relationships along the way.

You’ll have qualified to City & Guilds 706 1/2 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering / Cookery and have previous experience in a similar role.

We’re an award-winning, family-owned, independent care home group, with an outstanding reputation in the industry. This is due to our amazing people and our focus on keeping the resident at the heart of everything we do.

We strive to be the best we can hence why all 21 of our nursing homes are rated at least good and 7 are outstanding by the CQC, our national regulator.

If a career in elderly care is for you then you want to be part of the team at Colten Care.

Additional Benefits

• Uniform provided
• Excellent inductions, training and ‘on the job’ support
• Real career progression opportunities
• Additional hours / overtime opportunities to suit your circumstances.
• Choice of hot or cold meals and drinks on duty