Commis Chef (Weekends)
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,061 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | Please note the annual salary quoted is inclusive of a market supplement to ensure the annual pay rate aligns with our commitment as a voluntary living wage employer. |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 22 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bath, Bath & N E Somerset |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Bath |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | KD13315R |
Summary
This role is eligible for the Campus Services New Starter Bonus* (£1,000) and Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus.
About the role
Ready to turn your passion for food into a career? Join our team as a Commis Chef and help create exciting, high-quality dishes across our diverse outlets
We operate a range of outlets offering everything from global street food to fine dining experiences.
What we’re looking for:
A passion for cooking high-quality food
Ideally, previous experience as a junior chef
An NVQ in Food Preparation is a bonus, but full training will be provided
Ability to thrive in high-pressure, fast-changing environments
A positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
You’ll work weekends (Saturday & Sunday) on 8-hour shifts with a 30-minute break, with start times that may be early (around 7:30am), mid, or late shifts finishing around 8:30pm.
About you
We’re looking for someone full of energy, commitment, and a passion for great food. You’ll fit right in if you’re:
Hard-working and reliable, taking pride in your work.
A true team player, helping create a positive kitchen vibe
Calm under pressure, staying focused when things get busy
Proactive and organised, keeping the kitchen running smoothly
Committed to high hygiene and food safety standards.
Consistently producing safe, high-quality dishes
Further information
This role is offered on a part-time basis, working 15 hours per week (weekends only).
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jonathan Bowker, Hospitality Operations Manager, on jpb55@bath.ac.uk, or Jane Hately, Recruitment and Staff Engagement Coordinator, on jh3809@bath.ac.uk. Please ensure that you submit your application through the University website.
Campus Services New Starter bonus*. In addition to the great benefits Campus Services’ offers, we can offer you a £1,000 bonus. This is payable the month after successfully passing your six months’ probation. Please note this bonus is pro rata for part time roles.
This role is also eligible for the Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus*. If a university staff member has ‘referred’ you to apply for this vacancy they may be eligible for a bonus. Please ensure when applying, that you select ‘Referred by current member of staff’ or note their name when answering the question ‘Where did you learn of this job?'. The referrer must be noted at time of application to be considered.
*Both bonuses are subject to terms and conditions.
About the role
Ready to turn your passion for food into a career? Join our team as a Commis Chef and help create exciting, high-quality dishes across our diverse outlets
We operate a range of outlets offering everything from global street food to fine dining experiences.
What we’re looking for:
A passion for cooking high-quality food
Ideally, previous experience as a junior chef
An NVQ in Food Preparation is a bonus, but full training will be provided
Ability to thrive in high-pressure, fast-changing environments
A positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
You’ll work weekends (Saturday & Sunday) on 8-hour shifts with a 30-minute break, with start times that may be early (around 7:30am), mid, or late shifts finishing around 8:30pm.
About you
We’re looking for someone full of energy, commitment, and a passion for great food. You’ll fit right in if you’re:
Hard-working and reliable, taking pride in your work.
A true team player, helping create a positive kitchen vibe
Calm under pressure, staying focused when things get busy
Proactive and organised, keeping the kitchen running smoothly
Committed to high hygiene and food safety standards.
Consistently producing safe, high-quality dishes
Further information
This role is offered on a part-time basis, working 15 hours per week (weekends only).
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jonathan Bowker, Hospitality Operations Manager, on jpb55@bath.ac.uk, or Jane Hately, Recruitment and Staff Engagement Coordinator, on jh3809@bath.ac.uk. Please ensure that you submit your application through the University website.
Campus Services New Starter bonus*. In addition to the great benefits Campus Services’ offers, we can offer you a £1,000 bonus. This is payable the month after successfully passing your six months’ probation. Please note this bonus is pro rata for part time roles.
This role is also eligible for the Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus*. If a university staff member has ‘referred’ you to apply for this vacancy they may be eligible for a bonus. Please ensure when applying, that you select ‘Referred by current member of staff’ or note their name when answering the question ‘Where did you learn of this job?'. The referrer must be noted at time of application to be considered.
*Both bonuses are subject to terms and conditions.
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