Chef

Shepherd Neame Ltd; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early wage withdrawal

Food and drink discount

Pension plan

Career development

Flexible hours

Staff discounts

Job summary

Shepherd Neame Ltd in Canterbury is seeking a Chef to prepare and present dishes to the highest standards, working with a passionate kitchen team to deliver outstanding quality and consistency. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills and advance your culinary career.

You will prepare and cook dishes to company standards, maintain hygiene, support stock control, and mentor junior team members in a busy kitchen, with flexible hours and included staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen delivering high-quality dishes.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Willingness to train and mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to company standards, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to maintain smooth service during busy periods.
• Uphold hygiene, safety, and compliance standards at all times.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation.
• Support and mentor junior team members, helping them develop their skills.

Skills

Cooking

Food presentation

Team collaboration

Hygiene awareness

Job description

At Shepherd Neame, we know that great food is at the heart of a memorable experience. As a Chef, you'll play a key role in preparing and presenting dishes to the highest standard, working as part of a passionate kitchen team to deliver exceptional quality and consistency. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills and progress your culinary career.,

• Prepare and cook dishes to company standards, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to maintain smooth service during busy periods.
• Uphold hygiene, safety, and compliance standards at all times.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation.
• Support and mentor junior team members, helping them develop their skills.
  One of Canterbury's oldest buildings, the Parrot was built on Roman foundations in the 14th century. Tucked away down a picturesque cobbled street in the heart of Canterbury, the pub offers a wealth of medieval beams, oak floorboards and authentic open fires providing an atmospheric backdrop to food and drink.
  Competitive hourly pay plus a share of tips
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight stays at Managed House Hotels
• Up to 40% off select purchases from our Visitor Centre Shop in Faversham
• Exclusive discounts via Sheps Hut on hundreds of high street brands
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• Career development opportunities across our pubs, Brewery, and Support Office
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

What You'll Need

We're looking for behaviours that make a great Chef:

• Pride and Passion - you care about quality and presentation.
• Sheps Spirit - you bring enthusiasm and a passion for food.
• Authenticity - you stay calm and proactive when things get busy.
• Working Together - you enjoy working collaboratively and supporting colleagues.

Why Shepherd Neame?

Our culture is built on Sheps Spirit, Working Together, Pride and Passion, and Authenticity-values that have guided us for over 300 years. When you join us, you become part of a team that celebrates tradition while shaping the future. Ready to bring your personality and passion to the kitchen?