Sous Chef - Poundbury

Hall & Woodhouse Ltd; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Tips on top

60% off meals

Uniform provided

Kitchen shoes provided

Job summary

Hall & Woodhouse Ltd is seeking a Sous Chef for the Poundbury pub near Dorchester. The role offers live-in accommodation, a paid hourly rate of 14.50 with tips, and meal discounts.

You will join a supportive kitchen team with a clear path to progression, and you’ll work within a historic, well-regarded pub group under the Hall & Woodhouse banner. Located in Dorchester, Dorset, the site promises consistent hours, strong work-life balance, and opportunities for apprenticeship and career growth.

Qualifications

• Organised chef with supervisory experience.
• Confident with a range of cooking techniques and equipment.
• Adheres to central specs for cooking and presentation.
• Strong food safety and allergen knowledge.
• Motivating team player who supports others.
• Careful with compliance and sustainability.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cooking techniques

Kitchen administration

Food safety

Tools

Cooking equipment

Job description

Sous Chef - Poundbury

Employer

Hall & Woodhouse Ltd

Location

Dorchester, Dorset

Salary

14.50 per hour plus tips, plus live in accommodation

Closing date

3 Oct 2026

Sector

Chef jobs, Chef, Head Chef, Sous Chef

Job Type

Full Time

Job Details

Premium pub - Live in available + 14.50 per hour + Tips + 60% off meals + Consistent hours

Dazzling Duchess - Poundbury Near Dorchester

Built in 2016 by the Duchy of Cornwall but operated as part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of great pubs, the Duchess of Cornwall was so named at the direct request of the Prince of Wales and was opened by the then Prince and Duchess. The pub contains many artefacts from the Woodhouse family including The Badger glass - the largest hand-blown glass in the world. The building is split into sections over three floors, Bar and the Pantry, the grand central staircase, first floor dining room with its open kitchen and then to top it all off, is a beautiful outside terrace.

Sous Chef - Join a Team That Really Looks After You

We're growing our kitchen leadership team and are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to jump in and help us keep delivering great food and great vibes.

What You'll Get

• A proper work-life balance with 5 days on, consistent hours, and solid working conditions.
• 14.50 an hour, plus a share of tips to boost your pay
• 60% off meals on shift, plus free chef uniform and kitchen shoes.
• Extra rewards when you really smash it.
• A full package of lifestyle benefits, with sustainability at its core.
• Loads of support with your development, including a clear path to Head Chef and the chance to take on a Level 3 apprenticeship.
• Optional live in accommodation for 77.70 a week (when available).
• A warm, friendly team who'll help you feel at home from day one, we're a Sunday Times Best Places to Work company

You'll Fit Right In If you're:

• An organised chef with supervisory experience who can jump in and run service when needed.
• Confident with a range of cooking techniques and equipment.
• Happy working to central spec's for cooking and presentation with no variations allowed.
• Comfortable with the admin side of the kitchen and on top of food safety and allergen rules.
• A motivating, supportive team player who enjoys helping others grow.
• Someone who thrives in a busy kitchen and really cares about their craft.
• Diligent when it comes to compliance and sustainability.
• Looking for a long term, secure role with a company that notices talent and hard work.

Ready to Join?

If this sounds like your kind of kitchen, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and come cook with us!

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• An organised chef with supervisory experience who can jump in and run service when needed.
• Confident with a range of cooking techniques and equipment.
• Happy working to central spec's for cooking and presentation with no variations allowed.
• Comfortable with the admin side of the kitchen and on top of food safety and allergen rules.
• A motivating, supportive team player who enjoys helping others grow.
• Someone who thrives in a busy kitchen and really cares about their craft.
• Diligent when it comes to compliance and sustainability.
• Looking for a long term, secure role with a company that notices talent and hard work.
  Built in 2016 by the Duchy of Cornwall but operated as part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of great pubs, the Duchess of Cornwall was so named at the direct request of the Prince of Wales and was opened by the then Prince and Duchess. The pub contains many artefacts from the Woodhouse family including The Badger glass - the largest hand-blown glass in the world. The building is split into sections over three floors, Bar and the Pantry, the grand central staircase, first floor dining room with its open kitchen and then to top it all off, is a beautiful outside terrace.
  A proper work-life balance with 5 days on, consistent hours, and solid working conditions.
• 14.50 an hour, plus a share of tips to boost your pay
• 60% off meals on shift, plus free chef uniform and kitchen shoes.
• Extra rewards when you really smash it.
• A full package of lifestyle benefits, with sustainability at its core.
• Loads of support with your development, including a clear path to Head Chef and the chance to take on a Level 3 apprenticeship.
• Optional live in accommodation for 77.70 a week (when available).
• A warm, friendly team who'll help you feel at home from day one, we're a Sunday Times Best Places to Work company