Chef

Shepherd Neame; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A historic brewing company based in Ashford is looking for a part-time Chef to join their kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for new or aspiring chefs to develop their career in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include food preparation and providing great dining experiences. Competitive pay and various perks, including discounts and access to a mental health platform, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay rate

Share of tips

Early wage withdrawal scheme

25% discount on food and drink

Company pension plan

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience is beneficial but not required.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a kitchen team to deliver an excellent dining experience.
• Participate in food preparation and service.

Skills

Team player

Confident

Motivated

Job description

Shepherd Neame is seeking a part-time Chef to join our kitchen team. If you are a new or aspiring chef looking for a fresh challenge and to develop your career in the kitchen, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The Old Mill in Kennington, Ashford, is a cozy country pub situated on Canterbury Road, overlooking Dukes Spring, a tributary of the Great Stour River. This Grade II listed building dates back to the early 19th century and is named after the nearby Kennington Mill, of which little remains today. It was previously known as the Golden Ball.

We believe that excellent chefs are essential to a successful kitchen. In this role, you will work as part of our friendly and supportive team to deliver a great dining experience to our customers.

Previous catering experience is beneficial but not required. If you love food, are confident, motivated, and a great team player, we can provide training and teach you everything else you need to know.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive hourly pay rate
• A share of tips in addition to your hourly pay
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
• Up to 40% discount on select purchases from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham
• Sheps Hut discounts and special offers on hundreds of high street shops and services
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• Opportunities for development and internal movement within our pubs, brewery, and support offices
• Flexible working hours

Although Shepherd Neame is Britain’s oldest brewer, our approach is modern and progressive. We are an authentic, independent business that is flexible and agile, which has helped us thrive. Our core values, or "Sheps Skills," include:

• Working Together
• Pride and Passion
• Authenticity
• Sheps Spirit

WHO ARE WE?

Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in Faversham, Kent, for over 300 years. We are an independent family business with an award-winning visitor centre and over 300 pubs and hotels across London and the South East, from the historic City to the Kent coast. We employ around 1,500 team members across our pub estate and more than 270 at our brewery and support office.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion are important to us. We welcome applications regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where all employees can thrive.