Chef

Dodo Pub Co.; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service Charge

Food on Shift

Dine at Dodo

Learning & Development Opportunities

Great work/life balance

Annual Team Party

Christmas Day & Boxing Day Off

Job summary

The Rusty Bicycle is hiring a motivated and passionate Chef to join our crew in Oxford. The role pays £12.21–£12.71 per hour and offers a supportive kitchen environment with opportunities to grow within the Dodo Pub Co family.

Our pub serves authentic Neapolitan pizzas, burgers and a community-focused dining experience. You will help the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations while maintaining high standards and teamwork.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• The candidate will support the Head Chef and Sous Chefs in day-to-day kitchen operations.
• You will be a passionate team player with the ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain high standards.

Job description

Chef – The Rusty Bicycle
£12.21 – £12.71 per hour

We’re looking for a motivated and passionate Chef to join our crew!

The Rusty Bicycle is part of the Dodo Pub Co – known for top-notch Neapolitan pizzas, burgers, and unbeatable vibes. At our core, we’re neighbourhood pubs dedicated to serving products we’re 100% proud of, delivered by people who are 100% committed to what they do.

From the bar

We offer a wide selection of craft beers, wines, and cocktails – all served by knowledgeable and passionate staff to customers who care about quality and community.

From the kitchen

We serve authentic Neapolitan pizzas cooked at 450°C in our pizza oven, alongside tasty burgers, brunch dishes, and sides that hit the spot.

Our chefs support the Head Chef and Sous Chefs in the successful day-to-day operations of the kitchen. You’ll be a passionate team player with the ability to remain calm under pressure and a commitment to maintaining high standards.

What we offer in return

• £12.21 – £12.71 per hour
• Service Charge (100% goes to the team – our data shows approx. £200–£250 per month for full-time team members)
• Food on Shift
• Dine at Dodo – bring a mate once a month and we’ll cover your food bill
• Learning & Development Opportunities – many of our managers started as team members and now run their own Dodo pub or work in operations
• Great work/life balance
• Annual Team Party
• Christmas Day & Boxing Day Off