Chef / Kitchen Team Member

Job Title

Sous Chef / Kitchen Team Member

Location

The New Inn, Shipton Gorge, Dorset

Salary

Dependent on experience

Accommodation

On-site accommodation available (optional)

Hours

Full-time

About Us

The New Inn is a family-run village pub at the heart of the Shipton Gorge community. We’re building something long-term here, not just filling a vacancy. Our food is honest, well-executed pub fare that locals and visitors can enjoy, with a strong focus on consistency, quality and building a reputation we can be proud of.

The Role

We’re looking for a Sous Chef level team member who’s as comfortable leading a service as they are jumping on prep, washing down, and generally keeping the wheels turning in a busy but supportive kitchen. This is not a brigade-style kitchen with layers of hierarchy — you’ll be working directly alongside the owners and be part of the core team that shapes the pub’s growth.

Key Qualities We’re Looking For

A strong all-rounder with solid kitchen experience

Confident running a service when required

Happy to get stuck in with all aspects of kitchen work, from prep to cleaning

Reliable, organised, and calm under pressure

Positive attitude and willingness to contribute ideas and improvements

Able to take real ownership and pride in the food served

An interest in developing with us as we grow the business

What We’re Offering

A permanent role in a friendly, family-run pub

The chance to help build and shape a growing business

Creative input on menus and future development

On-site accommodation available if required

Fair hours, a supportive team, and a chance to be part of something long-term

If you’re looking for more than just another chef job and want to be part of a pub where your input matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply with a CV and a short message introducing yourself.