Breakfast Chef

The Dog & Gun; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Overtime paid

Uniform provided & laundered

Meal discount 50%

Birthday voucher £100

Wellbeing support

Team trips & events

Career progression

Training programmes

Job summary

The Dog & Gun in Salisbury is seeking a Breakfast Chef who takes pride in great food and works well within a team. You’ll craft breakfast dishes from classics to seasonal plates, maintain kitchen organisation and support the broader team under strong leadership.

Expect a role with learning opportunities, a positive kitchen culture, and clear progression pathways as you contribute to early-day dining excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen.
• Genuine love of food and willingness to learn.
• Care about details and getting things right.
• Reliable, positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Team player who supports others and fosters good kitchen culture.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to a high standard during service.
• Work with Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop knowledge and confidence.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Support and guide junior team members.
• Keep your section organised, stocked and running smoothly.
• Take pride in every plate that leaves the pass.
• Contribute to a kitchen that works hard and supports each other.

Skills

Busy kitchen experience

Love of food

Attention to detail

Team player

Positive attitude

Job description

Breakfast Chef –

We’re looking for a Breakfast Chef to join the team at The Dog & Gun – someone who takes pride in great food, enjoys working as part of a team and understands that the little things make a big difference.

You’ll be working alongside our Head ChefJames, who cares deeply about great food, high standards and developing the people around him. James leads from the front and is committed to helping his team build their skills, confidence and careers in the kitchen. It’s a great opportunity for someone who wants to learn from an experienced chef and be part of a kitchen team that takes real pride in what they do.

You’ll be responsible for preparing and serving breakfast to a high standard, from perfectly cooked classics to fresh, seasonal dishes that set our guests up for the day. You’ll work closely with the wider kitchen team, keeping your section organised, clean and running smoothly.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• A genuine love of food and a willingness to learn.
• Someone who cares about the details and wants to get things right.
• A reliable, positive attitude and a strong work ethic.
• A team player who enjoys supporting others and contributing to a good kitchen culture.

What you'll get:

• Flexible working patterns and paid overtime.
• Uniform is providedand launtered.
• Youeat from the menuif you work six hours.
• Enjoy50% off foodat any of our pubs (Monday-Thursday).
• £100 voucher on your Birthdayto spend at any of our places.
• 24/7 supportavailable for your mental, physical and financial health.
• We host theAnnual Chickpea Awards Bash, to celebrate our teams.
• Team trips and away days.
• Clear promotion pathways.
• Training programmes built around you.

What you'll be doing

• Preparing and cooking dishes to a high standard during service.
• Working alongside the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop your knowledge and confidence in the kitchen.
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Helping to support and guide junior members of the team.
• Keeping your section organised, stocked and running smoothly.
• Taking pride in every plate that leaves the pass.
• Playing your part in a kitchen that works hard, looks after each other and enjoys what it does.