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1st November –

This week’s
Opening Times

The Hall
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday Closed
  • Thursday Closed
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Now closed until Christmas at Doddington (11 Nov- 31 Dec)

The Gardens
  • Monday 10am - 4pm*
  • Tuesday 10am - 4pm*
  • Wednesday 10am - 4pm*
  • Thursday 10am - 4pm*
  • Friday 10am - 4pm*
  • Saturday 10am - 4pm*
  • Sunday 10am - 4pm*

* Last entry 3pm

Grain Store Restaurant & Bar
  • Monday 8.30am - 4pm
  • Tuesday 8.30am - 4pm
  • Wednesday 8.30am - 4pm
  • Thursday 8.30am - 4pm
  • Friday 8.30am - 9pm
  • Saturday 8.30am - 9pm
  • Sunday 8.30am - 4pm
Grain Store Café
  • Monday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Tuesday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Wednesday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Thursday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Friday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Saturday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Sunday 8.30am - 4pm
Farm Shop Café
  • Monday 9am - 4pm
  • Tuesday 9am - 4pm
  • Wednesday 9am - 4pm
  • Thursday 9am - 4pm
  • Friday 9am - 4pm
  • Saturday 9am - 4pm
  • Sunday 9am - 4pm
The Farm Shop
  • Monday 9am - 5pm
  • Tuesday 9am - 5pm
  • Wednesday 9am - 5pm
  • Thursday 9am - 5pm
  • Friday 9am - 5pm
  • Saturday 9am - 5pm
  • Sunday 10am - 4pm
Doddington at Home
  • Monday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Tuesday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Wednesday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Thursday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Friday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Saturday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Sunday 10am - 4pm
Doddington Country Clothing
  • Monday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Tuesday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Wednesday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Thursday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Friday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Saturday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Sunday 10am - 4pm
Giant Lincoln Bike Shop
  • Monday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Tuesday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Wednesday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Thursday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Friday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Saturday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Sunday 10am - 4pm
Doddington Padel Courts
  • Monday 7am - 10pm
  • Tuesday 7am - 10pm
  • Wednesday 7am - 10pm
  • Thursday 7am - 10pm
  • Friday 7am - 10pm
  • Saturday 7am - 10pm
  • Sunday 7am - 10pm
Estate Walks
  • Monday Dawn til dusk
  • Tuesday Dawn til dusk
  • Wednesday Dawn til dusk
  • Thursday Dawn til dusk
  • Friday Dawn til dusk
  • Saturday Dawn til dusk
  • Sunday Dawn til dusk

Commis Chef

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Commis Chef to join the kitchen team at Doddington Hall.


Working across our cafés, the Grain Store Restaurant and the Coach House, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills alongside experienced chefs, preparing fresh, seasonal food using quality ingredients from our estate and local suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare, cook and present food to consistently high standards

  • Support the kitchen team with daily preparation and service

  • Assist in developing seasonal dishes and menus

  • Work with fresh estate-grown and locally sourced produce

  • Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards

  • Assist with stock management, food storage and minimising waste

  • Support the wider kitchen team during busy periods

What We’re Looking For:

  • A genuine passion for food and willingness to learn

  • Previous experience working in a professional kitchen is desirable

  • Good communication and teamwork skills

  • A positive, hands-on attitude

  • Ability to remain organised and work well under pressure

  • Culinary qualifications desirable but not essential

Working Pattern:

45 hours per week, working 5 days over 7

Predominantly daytime shifts, although some evening work is required for restaurant services, weddings and events.

Applicants must have their own transport due to the lack of public transport links to Doddington.

Benefits:

  • Share of staff tips

  • Discounted or free food

  • Employee discount across retail areas

  • Company events

  • Free on-site parking

  • Long-service rewards

  • Additional two days’ annual leave after five years’ service

To Apply: Please send your CV to jordan.cody@doddingtonhall.com

Information

  • Contract Full-time, permanent
  • Location Doddington Hall
  • Hours 45
  • Closing Date 12 November 2026
Apply for this Role

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