Location: White Horse Inn, Abbots Causeway, Mark, Somerset, TA9 4LT - Near to Burnham, Highbridge, Bridgwater, Weston-super-Mare, Wedmore & Cheddar
Job Type: Full-time (part-time considered for the right candidate)
Pay: £14.00 per hour (depending on experience) + monthly tips
Join our kitchen team
We're looking for an experienced, dependable and enthusiastic Second Chef to become one of the key members of our kitchen team.
The White Horse Inn is an award-winning independent village pub, serving high-quality homemade food alongside weddings, private events and seasonal functions. We're proud of the reputation we've built and we're looking for someone who shares our passion for consistency, teamwork and great hospitality.
This is more than just a chef position. We're looking for someone who can confidently work across every section of the kitchen, help lead service and support the day-to-day running of a busy, professional kitchen.
About the Role
Working closely with our Head Chef and Sous Chef, you'll be trusted to step into whichever role is needed on the day. Some services you'll be leading the kitchen, others you'll be working on the pass, grill or pantry, helping ensure every plate leaves the kitchen to the highest standard.
You'll be involved in:
- Running kitchen service when required.
- Working confidently across all kitchen sections.
- Preparing and cooking fresh, homemade food to a consistently high standard.
- Maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene standards.
- Supporting stock control, stock rotation and ordering.
- Assisting with menu preparation, specials and seasonal changes.
- Preparing for weddings, private functions and special events.
- Supporting and encouraging junior members of the kitchen team.
- Helping maintain a clean, organised and positive working environment.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience in a busy professional kitchen.
- Can confidently work independently as well as part of a team.
- Remains calm under pressure during busy services.
- Takes pride in producing consistently high-quality food.
- Has excellent organisation and attention to detail.
- Has a positive attitude and a strong work ethic.
- Is reliable, flexible and enjoys being part of a close-knit team.
What We Offer
- £14.00 per hour (pay negotiable, dependent on experience)
- Monthly tips
- Staff discount on food and drink
- Free on-site parking
- Regular pay reviews
- Flexible rota where possible
- Opportunities to develop and progress
- A supportive, family-run working environment where your ideas and input are genuinely valued
Interested?
If you'd like to join our team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply with your CV or send us a short message telling us a little about yourself and your experience.
Pay: From £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you live in or around the Mark area and are able to commute for split shifts?
Experience:
- Kitchen: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
