The Woolpack

Shepherd Neame Limited; Banstead; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tips & pay

Early wage withdrawal

Food & drink discount

Hotel discount

Shop discounts

Mental health platform

Company pension

Career development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Shepherd Neame Limited in Banstead is seeking a part‑time Chef to prepare and present dishes to the highest standards within the pub kitchen team. This role offers opportunities to develop culinary skills while contributing to a busy, community-focused venue.

The position emphasizes teamwork, maintaining hygiene and safety standards, and supporting stock control and junior staff development. Flexible hours and competitive perks enhance the role.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional kitchen preferred.
• Ability to manage busy periods.
• Commitment to hygiene and safety standards.
• Mentoring junior team members.

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

Cooking

Teamwork

Hygiene & safety

Stock control

Mentoring juniors

Job description

Employment type: Part Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £13.00 to £13.80 per hour per hour

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

The Woolpack is located at the heart of Banstead and is a community locals pub that can trace its roots back to the 18th century. It is set at the heart of village life, offering a varied menu of freshly cooked food and also for serving superb real ales and lagers from Shepherd Neame, Britain’s oldest brewer.

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.