Chef - all levels

Balfour at Bow; Staplehurst; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training and progression

Supportive team

Staff discounts

Beautiful hospitality setting

Job summary

Balfour Winery in Staplehurst, Kent, is expanding its kitchen team and seeking chefs of all levels - from Commis to Sous - who want to grow, create, and thrive in a beautiful, fast-paced environment.

You'll join a dynamic team producing high-quality dishes for our restaurant, events, and seasonal experiences, with training and progression opportunities in a supportive setting.

Competitive pay based on experience and a commitment to exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• Strong passion for food, flavour and presentation.
• Excellent teamwork and communication.
• Reliable, professional and positive attitude.
• Able to work calmly and efficiently during busy service.
• Experience in a professional kitchen; training provided for all levels.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes following menus and brand style.
• Work with Head Chef and team to deliver exceptional food service.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and food safety standards.
• Contribute ideas, support menu development and drive consistency.
• Assist with stock control, prep and daily kitchen operations.

Skills

Food passion

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Reliable

Experience in professional kitchen

Job description

Chef - All Levels

Balfour Winery, Staplehurst, Kent Full-time | Competitive pay

Balfour Winery is one of England's most celebrated wine estates, known for award-winning wines, exceptional hospitality, and a commitment to creating memorable experiences for every guest. We're expanding our kitchen team and are looking for passionate chefs of any level - from Commis to Sous - who want to grow, create, and thrive in a beautiful, fast-paced environment.

The Role

You'll be part of a dynamic, supportive kitchen team producing high-quality dishes for our restaurant, events, and seasonal experiences. Whether you're early in your career or already established, we're looking for chefs who bring energy, creativity, and pride to their work.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook dishes to a high standard, following our menus and brand style

• Work closely with the Head Chef and wider team to deliver exceptional food service

• Maintain excellent kitchen hygiene and food safety standards

• Contribute ideas, support menu development, and help drive consistency

• Assist with stock control, prep, and daily kitchen operations

What We're Looking For

• A genuine passion for food, flavour, and presentation

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• Reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude

• Ability to work calmly and efficiently during busy service

• Experience in a professional kitchen (any level welcome - training provided)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Training, development, and clear progression opportunities

• A supportive, friendly team environment

• Staff discounts across the winery

• The chance to work in one of England's most beautiful hospitality settings