The Role:
Are you an experienced Chef looking for an exciting new opportunity?
The Lulworth Estate is a beautiful, privately owned country estate, home to the world famous Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. We are committed to providing an exceptional customer experience, attracting both locals and visitors.
We are looking for an experienced Chef, with a strong background from a similar environment, to become an integral part of our hospitality team. This role will be split between our gastro pub, The Weld Arms in East Lulworth and our Man O’War Bar and Restaurant at our beautiful holiday park, overlooking Durdle Door.
Working alongside our existing kitchen teams, you will be responsible for delivering service and the continued growth of our food offer as we extend opening hours. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about fresh food, able to work well as part of a team, and confident operating in a busy hospitality environment while maintaining high standards.
This is a permanent, full time position, working 5 days/40 hours per week and offers a fantastic opportunity for someone to demonstrate their existing kitchen skills and contribute to our future.
Apply today with your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@lulworth.com.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with the existing kitchen teams at both The Weld Arms and the Man O’ War Bar/Restaurant.
- Prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistently high standard.
- Support service during busy periods, including weekends, evenings and peak seasonal trade.
- Maintain excellent food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards at all times.
- Assist with stock control, deliveries and minimising food waste.
- Contribute ideas and support menu development where appropriate.
- Be flexible in supporting extended opening hours and business growth.
- Be responsible for training any junior kitchen team members working with you.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications:
- Previous experience working as a Chef or in a similar kitchen role.
- A genuine passion for food and hospitality.
- Able to work calmly and efficiently under pressure.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Good understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Flexible, reliable and willing to work across both sites as required.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Employee discount at all retail and hospitality outlets across the estate, plus free entry to Lulworth Castle for you and your family.
- A free weekend ticket to Camp Bestival, held in the grounds of Lulworth Castle in August 2026.
- Free parking at our three beautiful sites, Lulworth Castle, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door.
- A friendly and inspiring place in which to work, offering a wealth of experience and career development opportunities.
We reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
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You will be asked to provide evidence of all the qualifications listed on your application form at interview.
Reference:
HP01
Status:
Full Time
Hours:
5 days/40 hours per week
Pay:
Competitive dependent on skills, experience, knowledge and qualifications
Pay Type:
Salary
Interview Date:
TBD
Closing Date:
01/02/2026 12:00 am