We're currently recruiting in our The Beacon Beefeater. Working 40 hours per week, paying up to £14.41 per hour.
Head Chef – The Beacon Beefeater, Dartford
Ready to lead a kitchen where your passion for food and people can truly shine?
Join us at The Beacon Beefeater in Dartford and take the next bold step in your culinary career. As Head Chef, you’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with our Kitchen Manager, guiding a talented team to deliver the dishes our guests love—day in, day out.
Whether you're already leading a kitchen or looking to step up, this is your chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
Location: The Beacon Beefeater, Halcrow Avenue, Dartford DA1 5PR
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week across 5 days
Pay: Up to £14.41 per hour
Why Join Us?
- Grow from Day One – With hands-on training, easy-to-use equipment, and clear career pathways, we’ll help you build your future.
- Whitbread Benefits Card – Enjoy up to 60% off Premier Inn stays and 25% off meals at our restaurants.
- Smart Savings – Access pension plans and our “Save As You Earn” scheme.
- Everyday Discounts – From travel and shopping to cinema tickets and utility bills.
- A Warm Welcome – Receive a £40 restaurant voucher when you join.
What You’ll Be Doing
As Head Chef, you’ll be at the heart of our kitchen operations—leading by example, inspiring your team, and ensuring every plate leaves the pass perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. You’ll bring energy, leadership, and a love of great food to everything you do.
This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of Whitbread, the UK’s leading hospitality business, where your ambition and talent will be celebrated and supported.
Immediate start available. Previous catering experience required.
We believe that everyone is unique and there should be no barriers to entry and no limits to ambition. We are committed to being an inclusive organisation that values diversity and welcomes your application whatever your background or situation.
Under-represented groups such as women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities & members of the LGBTQIA+ community (those who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, trans and non-binary or those who use a different LGBTQIA+ term), are strongly encouraged to build a career with us. Speak to us about workplace adjustments, part-time and flexible working. Where possible we will support this.
Job ref: 104800-4492
Advertised: 19 Sep 2025
