Join the Chicken & Blues Family
Since 2013, Chicken & Blues has been serving award-winning Mama’s Home Cookin’ across Dorset. Born local, proudly independent and built on great food, warm hospitality and strong community values, we’re looking for a Kitchen Supervisor who shares our passion for quality and people.
You’ll be the driving force behind every service, leading from the front to ensure every guest enjoys the Chicken & Blues experience we’re known for.
The Role
Working closely with the Head Chef, you’ll supervise the kitchen team, maintain our high standards and help deliver consistently outstanding food in a fast-paced environment. This is a hands-on leadership role, perfect for someone who thrives during busy services and enjoys developing others.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading the kitchen team throughout service with energy and professionalism.
* Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
* Ensuring every dish leaves the pass to Chicken & Blues standards.
* Coaching, motivating and developing chefs and kitchen assistants.
* Maintaining exceptional food hygiene, health & safety and allergen standards.
* Monitoring prep levels and ensuring the kitchen is organised for every service.
* Assisting with stock ordering, deliveries and stock rotation.
* Reducing waste and helping achieve food cost targets.
* Completing daily opening, closing and cleaning procedures.
* Creating a positive, supportive kitchen culture where everyone works together.
* Working closely with the front of house team to deliver an outstanding guest experience.
We’re Looking For Someone Who
* Has previous experience as a Kitchen Supervisor, Senior Chef de Partie or experienced Line Chef.
* Leads by example and enjoys getting stuck in.
* Takes real pride in producing consistently great food.
* Stays calm, organised and positive under pressure.
* Is passionate about coaching and developing others.
* Has excellent knowledge of food safety and HACCP.
* Is reliable, hardworking and committed to high standards.
* Is flexible to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
Why Join Chicken & Blues?
* Competitive salary.
* Generous staff discounts across all Aviary Hospitality venues.
* Free meal on every shift.
* Company pension.
* Ongoing training and genuine opportunities for progression.
* Work with an award-winning independent restaurant group that’s continuing to grow.
* Be part of a team that supports local charities, festivals and community projects across Dorset.
* Join a business where people genuinely care about the food, the team and the guests.
At Chicken & Blues, we’re proud of where we’ve come from and even more excited about where we’re going. If you’re passionate about great food, enjoy leading a team and want to help deliver the best fried chicken and Southern-inspired hospitality around, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.50-£14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Experience:
- Chef: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
