Line Chef

Job Ref: KGH11975Branch: Holiday Inn Brighton SeafrontLocation: Holiday Inn Brighton Seafront, BrightonSalary/Benefits: £12.71 per hour plus benefits and monthly service chargeContract type: PermanentHours: Full TimeShift pattern: Variable includes evenings, weekends and holidaysHours per week: 40Posted date: 08/07/2026Closing date: 05/08/2026

Join our kitchen team to showcase your creativity, grow your skills and help deliver outstanding dining experiences for our guests.

Other businesses may call this role Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, Prep Cook or Line Cook.

This role reports to the Kitchen Manager.

What you'll do:

• Cook and present dishes to recipe standards, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Support the creation of daily specials to showcase your skills and excite our guests.
• Keep food prep areas stocked, clean, and ready throughout service.
• Follow food safety standards and help minimise waste.
• Work with your team and Kitchen Manager to deliver excellent guest experiences.

What we’re looking for

• Previous cooking experience (restaurant, hotel, pub or similar) or a willingness to learn by joining our Chef Academy and completing a funded Level 2 Commis Chef qualification.
• Knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
• Basic Food Safety certification (or willingness to complete training).
• A passion for great food and creating memorable guest experiences.
• A positive attitude, commitment to teamwork and desire to learn.

What’s in it for you

• Career development through fully funded apprenticeships and our Chef Academy.
• Discounts on hotel stays and a variety of major retailers, restaurants and days out.
• Free use of our gyms, pools, and leisure facilities.
• 24/7 access to wellbeing, financial, and legal support.

Next steps

If you’re shortlisted, we’ll give you a quick call to learn more about you and answer your questions. Candidates who progress will then be invited to the hotel for an in-person interview.

We review applications as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We may close the role once we’ve found the right person.

At Kew Green Hotels, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know at [email protected] - we’re here to support you.

Who are Kew Green Hotels?

Kew Green Hotels is one of the UK’s leading hotel management companies, operating a diverse portfolio of global brands. We’re a people-driven business that’s passionate about performance, guest experience, and creating hotels that make us proud.

Learn more about who we are and what drives us at www.kewgreenhotels.com.

Step outside the Holiday Inn Brighton - Seafront and take a breath of fresh air. Less than a 10 minute walk to the city centre and Brighton Pier, the hotel is set in the perfect location for a relaxing and refreshing break with friends or family.

The hotel has recently completed a £4 million internal refurbishment to include all bedrooms, function rooms and public areas.

Relax in our new Open Lobby, complete with it's own Starbucks café, or try out our Stock Burger Co. restaurant serving gourmet burgers, locally sourced craft beer and ales as well as premium cocktails - what more could you need! So bring the kids, family and friends and visit us today.

What's more with our special Kids Stay Eat Free promise, we're sure everyone will be happy.