Chef

Bellhouse; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub and restaurant in Leigh-on-Sea is seeking a Chef to join their kitchen team. This role offers a chance for both new and aspiring chefs to develop their skills in a vibrant work environment. The position comes with competitive pay and benefits, including tips and discounts. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, enthusiasm for food, and an inclusive culture, making it a fantastic opportunity for career growth within the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay rate

Share of tips

Early wage withdrawal scheme

25% discount on food and drink

25% discount on hotel bookings

Up to 40% discount in shop

Mental Health Platform access

Company pension plan

Opportunity for internal development

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience beneficial but not required.
• Enthusiasm to learn and work in a team-oriented kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the kitchen team to deliver excellent dining experiences.
• Assist in food preparation and kitchen maintenance.

Skills

Love for food

Confidence

Motivation

Team player

Job description

Shepherd Neame is looking for a Chef to join our kitchen team, so if you are a new or aspiring chef looking for a fresh challenge and to carve out your career in the kitchen; this may be just the job for you.

The Bellhouse is a busy Pub & Restaurant located in Rayleigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea. Whether you’re joining us for dinner or drinks, you can take in the surrounding scenic garden and woodland area or our venue is the ideal location for special occasions and impromptu gatherings, all year round.

We know that excellent chefs are the key ingredient to a successful kitchen, so this role will see you working as part of our friendly and supportive kitchen team to deliver a great dining experience to our customers.

Previous catering experience would be beneficial, however if you haven’t got experience please do not worry, so long as that you love food, are confident, motivated and are a great team player, we can train you and teach you everything else that you will need to know.

WHATS 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 hub on 100's of high street shops and services
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• The opportunity to develop & move within our pubs, the Brewery & Support Office
• Flexible working hours

Shepherd Neame may be Britain’s oldest brewer but our approach is anything but old-fashioned. We are an authentic, independent business, yet flexible and agile, and that has enabled us to survive and thrive based on the following Sheps Skills:

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

WHO ARE WE?

Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. An independent family business, we boast an award‑winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout London and the South East, from the historic heart of the City to the Kent coastline. 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 matter to Shepherd Neame. If you think you would be suited this role we would welcome your application regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

Compensation

To be discussed