Role Overview:
As Junior Chef, you’ll play a key part in the day-to-day running of our kitchen, ensuring every dish leaving the pass meets our high standards. You’ll work closely with management to develop menus, oversee stock and ordering, and help maintain a clean, efficient, and positive kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and cook traditional pub dishes to a high standard
Support kitchen team members
Contribute to menu planning and specials
Manage kitchen hygiene, food safety, and stock control
Maintain consistency and quality across all service periods
Work efficiently during busy service times
What We’re Looking For:
Proven experience in a busy kitchen
A passion for honest, high-quality pub food
Excellent communication skills
Strong organisational and time management abilities
Team Player
Reliability and a positive, can-do attitude
Flexibility to work weekends
What We Offer:
Competitive pay (based on experience)
Friendly, supportive team environment
Opportunities for training, growth, and progression
Flexible hours
A chance to be part of a beloved local pub at the heart of South Woodham Ferrers
Interested?
If you’re ready to bring your skills, energy, and creativity to The Whalebone Inn, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now by sending your CV to us
- Experience
- Required
- Employment
- Full-time
- Salary
- £13 – £14 hourly
- Starting time
- Immediate start!
Old Wickford Road, CM3 5QU, South Woodham Ferrers
Bar, Restaurant • 11-50 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since April, 2026
Family-friendly pub
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