Junior Sous Chef

Shepherd Neame; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepherd Neame is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team in Sandwich, Kent. This role is essential for maintaining quality service and food preparation in a luxurious hotel setting. We offer competitive pay, tips, and numerous benefits, along with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate or salary

Share of tips in addition to wages

Early wage withdrawal scheme

25% discount on food and drinks

25% discount on overnight hotel bookings

Up to 40% discount at the Visitor Centre Shop

Access to Sheps Hut discounts

Workplace Mental Health Platform

Company pension plan

Opportunities to develop within the company

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or kitchen environment.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent service and food quality.
• Support kitchen team in daily operations.
• Manage food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Catering Experience

Team Player

Motivation

Job description

Shepherd Neame is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. If you are an experienced chef looking for a new challenge and to advance your career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Located in the medieval town of Sandwich, Kent, next to the River Stour, the Bell Hotel has welcomed guests since Tudor times. Recently refurbished, it offers a luxurious experience with modern comforts. Sandwich is also popular among golfers, with Royal St George’s and Prince’s golf clubs nearby.

This role is vital to our kitchen, ensuring excellent service and food quality for our guests. If you have catering experience, love food, are motivated, and a team player, we are willing to train you and teach you everything else you need to know.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive pay rate or salary
• Share of tips in addition to your wages
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drinks at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight hotel bookings at Managed Houses
• Up to 40% discount at the Visitor Centre Shop in Faversham
• Access to Sheps Hut discounts and offers across high street shops and services
• Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• Opportunities to develop and transfer within our pubs, brewery, and support offices

Shepherd Neame, Britain’s oldest brewer, is an independent, innovative business. Our core values include:

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

ABOUT US

Based in Faversham, Kent, Shepherd Neame has been operating for over 300 years. We own over 300 pubs and hotels across London and the South East, employing around 1,500 staff. We also have more than 270 employees at our brewery and support offices.

We value diversity, equality, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a respectful and supportive work environment.