Vacancies

Work with Dorset Leisure

We are looking for general managers, chefs, sous chefs, bar staff and waiting staff across our Weymouth and Abbotsbury venues. Full-time, part-time and seasonal hours available — every role is with an independent, locally owned group.

Hospitality general manager with a tablet in a coastal pub interior

01 — Now hiring

General Manager

Lead one of our venues as if it were your own. We give our GMs real autonomy over the team, the trading calendar and the guest experience.

You will run day-to-day operations, recruit and develop your team, manage stock and margins, drive food, drink and event sales, and be the face of the venue in the local community. Previous management experience in pubs, restaurants or hotels is essential, and a love of Dorset hospitality is a big advantage.

Head chef plating a dish in a warm pub kitchen

02 — Now hiring

Chef

Run a section or a whole kitchen with real freedom over the menu. Fresh local produce, proper prep and no corporate spec sheets.

We need skilled chefs who can work across grill, fryer and pass, keep a clean kitchen and help shape seasonal specials. Experience in a busy pub or restaurant kitchen is preferred, but a strong work ethic and a genuine passion for food matter most.

Sous chef preparing fresh seafood in a professional kitchen

03 — Now hiring

Sous Chef

Second in command on the line — leading service, keeping standards tight and developing dishes with the head chef.

You will support the head chef with ordering, prep, stock control and training junior kitchen staff, and step up to run the kitchen in their absence. A solid background in fresh-food kitchens and strong organisational skills are key.

Bartender pulling a pint behind a wooden pub bar

04 — Now hiring

Bar Staff

Cask ale, cocktails and busy weekend sessions. Full training given, personality essential.

You will serve drinks, take food orders, keep the bar clean and stocked, and help create the atmosphere our guests remember. Experience behind a bar is useful but not required — we will train the right people.

Waiter carrying plates of food in a coastal restaurant

05 — Now hiring

Waiter / Waitress

Front of house across our restaurants and function rooms — looking after guests from first hello to last order.

You will greet guests, take orders, serve food and drinks, clear tables and help run functions and events. A friendly, professional attitude and the ability to work well under pressure are essential.

Application

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Fill this in and your application is sent straight to Lauren at lauren@dorsetleisure.co.