Chef

Employment type: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: 14.75 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 Westminster Arms is a traditional London pub located just a stone’s throw away from the Houses of Parliament - it even features a division bell so MPs can dash back to the House in time for the vote! Opposite the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre and close to Westminster Abbey the Westminster Arms offers our diverse range of customers a warm friendly welcome together with great 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.

Ready to bring your personality and passion to the kitchen?

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