Commis Chef

Commis Chef

At Heartwood Collection, we’re on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our team as a Commis Chef at The Old Crown in Great Bookham.

Located on the village’s High Street, The Old Crown dates back to the 1930’s and was built by Kingston brewery Hodgson’s. A landmark of the village, the pub will undergo an extensive multi-million pound refurbishment to create 150 covers in the enhanced bar and dining room and a further 50 covers in the large enclosed garden. The pub will feature Heartwood’s signature quirky welcoming style with cosy snugs, rich colour schemes and textures that reflect the history of the pub and the local area.

​Recruitment Days are being held at:
St Nicolas Church (Church Room hall), 2a Fife Way, Great Bookham, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT23 3PH​ (This location is on the opposite side of The ​Old Crown)

​Tuesday ​26th ​A​ugust 10​ am - 4:30​ pm
​W​ednesday 27th ​A​ugust 10​ am - 4:30​ pm

Come and see us or to guarantee a spot, apply online and one of our team will be in contact to book and confirm an interview slot on these days.

What we offer:

Package and hourly rate includes basic + TRONC*
Bespoke training and development through our Stepping Stones programme
Access to the Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
Instant pay access through EarlyPay
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus
50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc, plus a 20% discount for family and friends
A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition
Discounts on hundreds of retailers and experiences via Reward Gateway
Cycle to Work Scheme

About You:

Have an interest in great quality food, keen to develop and have high standards
Be an integral part of the kitchen team, follow recipes and work with others
1-2 years experience in a service setting and basic knife skills and knowledge of prep and fresh food

Heartwood Collection is a multi-award-winning hospitality group:

Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
Best Pub Brand/ Concept at the Publican Awards 2025

At Heartwood Collection, we’re excited about the future. With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, there’s never been a better time to join us. We’re committed to growing our team with progression opportunities across our estate.

Join us and be part of a community that’s warm, genuine, and full of life.

*The hourly rate includes TRONC, calculated from the expected 6 months’ average.

Please note, we cannot take applications from overseas or that require sponsorship