Chef Required – British Pub & Indian Kitchen (Full-Time / Part-Time)
Location: Dog and Crook Country, Braishfield, Hampshire
We are looking for an experienced and reliable Chef to join our friendly team as soon as possible.
The Dog and Crook is a traditional country side pub, restaurant, and Bed and Breakfast. We serve a mixed menu of classic British pub favourites alongside authentic Indian cuisine, including our popular Curry Nights and traditional Sunday Roasts.
We are looking for someone who is confident in preparing British pub food. Experience with Indian cuisine is a bonus, but not essential, as we are happy to provide training and recipes to the right candidate. If you are an experienced British chef who is keen to learn Indian cooking, we would love to hear from you.
What you’ll be cooking
- Sunday Roasts
- Fish & Chips
- Burgers
- Homemade Pies
- Lasagne
- Ribs
- Steaks and other pub classics
- Curry Night menu (training provided if required)
- Daily specials and seasonal dishes
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook food to a consistently high standard.
- Manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
- Maintain food quality, presentation, and portion control.
- Follow food hygiene and HACCP procedures.
- Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and well stocked.
- Assist with menu development and daily specials.
- Work efficiently during busy service periods.
- Support and train junior kitchen staff where required.
What we’re looking for
- Previous experience as a Chef or Senior Cook.
- Strong knowledge of British pub food is essential.
- Experience with Indian cuisine is desirable but not essential.
- Passion for producing high-quality food.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- A positive attitude and strong team spirit.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
What we offer
- Immediate start available.
- Full-time or part-time positions considered.
- Competitive pay depending on experience.
- Opportunity to increase salary based on performance and skills.
- Flexible working arrangements for the right candidate.
- Support and training in our Indian menu if required.
- Friendly, family-run working environment with opportunities to grow.
If you enjoy cooking, take pride in your work, and would like to be part of a growing country pub with exciting plans for both British and Indian cuisine, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV along with a short introduction about your experience and availability.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Romsey SO51 0QB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Chef: 1 year (preferred)
- Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
