Chef

Job DescriptionShepherd Neame is looking for a Chef to join our kitchen team, so if you are a new or aspiring chef looking for a fresh challenge and to carve out your career in the kitchen; this may be just the job for you.Situated in the High Street in the historic town of Rochester in Kent, The Crown is a traditional pub offering a warm welcome, great food and drink.We know that excellent chefs are the key ingredient to a successful kitchen,so this role will see you working as part ofour friendly and supportivekitchen team to deliver a great dining experience to our customers.Previous catering experience would be beneficialhowever if you havent got experienceplease do not worry, so long as that you love food, are confident, motivated and are a great team player, we can train you and teach you everything else that you will need to know.WHATS IN IT FOR YOU?Competitive hourly pay rateA share of tips in addition to your hourly payEarly wage withdrawal scheme25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookingsUp to 40% discount on select purchases from the Visitor Centre Shop at FavershamSheps Hut discounts and special offers hub on 100's of high street shops and servicesAccess to a Workplace Mental Health PlatformCompany pension planThe opportunity to develop & move within our pubs, the Brewery & Support OfficeFlexible working hoursShepherd Neame may be Britains oldest brewer but our approach is anything but old-fashioned. We are an authentic, independent business, yet flexible and agile, and that has enabled us to survive and thrive based on the following Sheps Skills:Working TogetherPride and PassionAuthenticitySheps SpiritWHO ARE WE?Britains oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. An independent family business, we boast an award-winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout London and the South East, from the historic heart of the City to the Kent coastline. We employ around 1,500 team members across our pub estate and more than 270 at our Brewery and Support Office. Diversity, equality, and inclusion matter to Shepherd Neame. If you think you would be suited this role we would welcome your application regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

Created: 2025-08-21