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Shepherd Neame; Dorking; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips share

Early wage access

Food & drink discounts

Overnight stay discounts

Shop discounts

Mental health platform

Company pension

Career development

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Shepherd Neame’s historic King’s Arms in Dorking is seeking a Chef to cook and present dishes to high standards, supporting a busy kitchen and mentoring junior team members.

Join a team that values pride, passion, and teamwork, with flexible hours, staff discounts, access to mental health support, pension, and development opportunities across our pubs and Brewery.

Qualifications

• Pride and passion for quality and presentation.
• Enthusiasm and love for food.
• Calm and proactive under pressure.
• Collaborative and supportive of colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to company standards.
• Work with kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Uphold hygiene, safety and compliance.
• Assist with stock control and kitchen organisation.
• Mentor junior team members and help develop skills.

Skills

Pride and Passion

Sheps Spirit

Authenticity

Working Together

Job description

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

An historic high-street pub in Dorking, Surrey, the King’s Arms boasts a warm welcome and fantastic food and drink. Built in 1405, it’s believed Charles II once stayed at the pub during its days as a coaching inn, while Charles Dickens wrote about the place in his novel Little Dorrit. It has four levels of cosy alcoves and original oak-beamed ceilings to explore indoors, and two fabulous courtyard gardens outside.

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.

Ready to bring your personality and passion to the kitchen?