Join Our Kitchen Team at The Thorn Inn – Appleton Thorn, Warrington
Are you a skilled chef with a passion for proper pub food and experience in a fast-paced, fresh-food kitchen? The Blue Bell Pub in Warrington is looking for a talented Chef to join our busy team.
We're famous at H&K Bars for our award-winning Sunday Roasts, hearty British classics, and welcoming atmosphere. We don't cut corners—everything is made fresh, and service is fast-paced, especially on weekends. If that sounds like your kind of kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do:
* Lead or support food preparation and cooking during busy service times
* Maintain top hygiene and food safety standards at all times
* Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and efficient
* Work closely with the team to deliver consistent, high-quality food
* Help uphold the great reputation we've built in the local community
What We're Looking For:
* Recent experience working in a fresh-food kitchen or busy pub/restaurant – this role is not suitable for those coming from fast food chains or non-culinary backgrounds
* Solid understanding of food production, prep, and presentation
* Ability to handle pressure and stay calm during a busy service
* A team player with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
* Pride in your work and a passion for proper pub grub
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a well-loved local pub with a loyal customer base
* A supportive kitchen team that takes pride in what we serve
* Competitive pay and room to grow
* Work with fresh ingredients and put your skills to use where they matter
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £14.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 30 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Warrington WA4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* What is your custom dish to make?
* Have you experience in making and preparing fresh roast dinners in a busy pub or restaurant?
* Do you have experience is preparing breakfast dishes in a pub or restaurant?
Experience:
* Chef: 2 years (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person