Parrot

Royal Tankerton; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + tips

Early wage withdrawal

Food & drink discounts

Discount on overnight stays

Shop discounts

Mental health support

Company pension

Career development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Shepherd Neame in Canterbury is looking for an ambitious Chef to join our kitchen team at the Parrot, one of the town’s oldest pubs. You’ll prepare and cook dishes to the highest standard, collaborating with colleagues to deliver consistent quality and great guest experiences.

We offer competitive pay, share of tips, flexible hours, staff discounts, pension and career development opportunities across our pubs, Brewery and Support Office. Join a team guided by heritage and a passion for food.

Qualifications

• 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 supporting colleagues.

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

Pride and Passion

Sheps Spirit

Authenticity

Working Together

Job description

Employment type: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: to be discussed at venue

Chef – Cook Up a Career with Britain’s Oldest Brewer!

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.

Where You’ll Be Working

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.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

What’s In It For You?

• 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.