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Junior Chef

Category: Operations - Kitchen

Location: Dartford

We're currently recruiting in our The Beacon Beefeater. Working 10 hours per week, paying up to £12.56 per hour.


Junior Chef – The Beacon Beefeater, Dartford

Ready to take your first step into the kitchen? Join us at The Beacon Beefeater in Dartford as a Junior Chef, where you’ll be plating up delicious starters, tempting desserts, and supporting the team in creating meals our guests love. No chef experience needed – just a passion for food and a willingness to learn.

PAY RATE:
Up to £12.56 per hour

CONTRACT TYPE:
Fixed Term – until 01/01/2026

HOURS:
10 hours per week – guaranteed hours so you can plan your week with confidence

LOCATION:
Halcrow Avenue, Dartford, Kent, DA1 5PR


Why you’ll love it here:

  • Training and support from day one – we’ll teach you everything from plating techniques to working safely and efficiently in a busy kitchen
  • User-friendly equipment – designed to make your job easier and help you build confidence quickly
  • Whitbread Benefits card – up to 60% off Premier Inn stays and 25% off meals in our restaurants
  • Pension and savings schemes – including Save As You Earn
  • Discounts – on shopping, travel, cinema trips, utility bills and more
  • Welcome meal voucher – enjoy a £40 voucher to spend in our restaurant when you join

What you’ll do:

As a Junior Chef, you’ll be an essential part of our kitchen team. You’ll help prepare and plate up starters and desserts, support the chefs during busy service, and keep the kitchen running smoothly. Whether you’re garnishing a dish or prepping ingredients, you’ll be learning valuable skills every shift.


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: 95243-4492
Advertised: 20 Aug 2025

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