Whelans pubs

Live in available The Foundry is Whelan’s Premium pub in Chichester. Once an ironworks, we now offer a warm, traditional Irish welcome combined with a lively atmosphere, the largest beer garden in Chichester (plus a fabulous outdoor bar), and a broad programme of live music, major sporting events, craft ales, specialty gins, wine and home cooked food. Whelan's Pub Chain We serve daily specials, hearty Sunday roasts, a full main menu, and a children’s offering; all in an environment that caters equally for families, groups, music lovers and sport watchers. Whelan's Pub Chain The Role We are looking for a talented, reliable Chef who will: • Plan, prepare and cook the core menu, daily specials, and Sunday roasts to high standard, • Ensure food consistency, quality, presentation and cost control, • Manage the kitchen prep, stock rotation, ordering and safe storage of all food items, • Maintain health & safety, hygiene & cleanliness standards in the kitchen at all times, • Work closely with Front of House to ensure smooth service across all meal periods, • Proven experience as a Chef, ideally in a busy pub / gastro-pub / casual dining environment, • Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety (e.g. HACCP), • Ability to work to recipes and adapt when needed; creativity in developing specials and seasonal dishes, • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks during service peaks, • Competitive salary of up to £35,000 per year, • Opportunity to work in a vibrant, well-established pub with high footfall and a strong reputation, • Supportive team environment with chances for creative input into menus & specials, • Regular service hours with occasional evenings / weekends, as typical in hospitality

Live in option available! We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead our vibrant and high-energy venue. In collaboration with the owners, you will oversee daily operations, ensuring exceptional service, robust financial performance, and a motivated team. Responsibilities include managing all aspects of the venue to ensure smooth operations, driving sales, managing costs, and achieving profit targets. You will lead, train, and motivate the team to provide excellent service, maintain high standards in food, drinks, and customer experience, and report key financials and KPIs to the owners and management. Additionally, you will ensure compliance with licensing and health & safety regulations, recruit and retain high-performing staff, and plan promotional activities to boost revenue. About You: You should have proven experience as a General Manager in a fast-paced hospitality venue, strong leadership skills with a track record of increasing sales and enhancing team performance. You should be passionate about great food, drinks, and delivering outstanding service, confident in managing rotas, stock, and budgets, and able to remain calm under pressure while focusing on solutions. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on General Manager who thrives in a dynamic environment and seeks to make a significant impact.

Full time 5 days a week great rate of pay