Join the Pirate Ship!
Are you looking for an opportunity to work alongside one of the best in the business? The Tom Kerridge Group is hiring!
Lourdes Dooley
General Manager
Having celebrated her 19-year anniversary this year, Lourdes has been a constant in our journey at the Tom Kerridge Group. Lourdes is responsible for supporting the restaurant managers at all Marlow businesses and The Chalk Freehouse in Chelsea with her wealth of knowledge. She is a critical part of our success story.
Katie Gavin
Restaurant Manager
During her 17 years at The Hand & Flowers, Katie has worked within almost every team in our business, and we are incredibly proud to call her our Restaurant Manager. Alongside managing the busy Hand & Flowers, Katie’s achievements include winning The Acorn Award in 2019.
Andrea Ellis
Head of Reservations
Andrea is a pillar of knowledge within the Tom Kerridge Group, having worked at Lush by Tom Kerridge and then working as part time reservationist, Andrea was promoted to Head of Reservations. Andrea and her team are the gateway for our guests into the Tom Kerridge experience.
Gavin Hills
Assistant Restaurant Manager at The Hand & Flowers
Gavin joined The Hand & Flowers in 2010 with his wife when the pub had one Michelin star and two years later was promoted to Head Waiter, before becoming Assistant Restaurant Manager in 2017. Gavin qualified WSET level 3 has looked after the wine list for over a decade, focusing on old & new world wines with a broad interest in elevating guests experiences in what they drink especially in the English wine category.
Sarah Hayward
Head Chef at The Hand & Flowers
Having moved from her Head Chef role at The Bull & Bear, and being Head Chef at The Coach, Sarah has taken on the very exciting role of Head Chef at The Hand & Flowers. Sarah was Michelin's Young Chef of the year 2023. She's an amazing chef, leader and an asset to the Tom Kerridge Group.
Jamie May
Chef & Butcher Executive
Jamie previously Head Chef of The Hand & Flowers, brings over 15 years of experience to The Butcher's Tap and Grill. A key face of our business, Jamie’s extensive knowledge of cuts and cooking methods sets our business a cut above the rest!
Brad Cacela
Head Chef of The Coach
Brad has been part of the Tom Kerridge for over 8 years, working at The Hand & Flowers as Senior Sous Chef. Brad has now taken on his first Head Chef role at The Coach in Marlow. He's excited to bring new dishes to the menu, as well as leading the great kitchen team that he has around him.
Tom Childs
Head Chef
In 2019 Tom Childs joined the team at Tom Kerridge’s London restaurant, Kerridge's Bar and Grill sited within the prestigious Corinthia London. Starting as a Junior Sous Chef, over his five years he has risen through the ranks and now takes the position of Head Chef.
Tom has created a totally new menu launched in June 2024, which sees a series of exceptional new dishes which both retain the Kerridge’s ‘DNA’ while fully embracing the best of British seasonal ingredients with a nod to classic cookery.
Tom De Keyser
Head Chef of The Chalk Freehouse
Having joined The Hand & Flowers in 2012, Tommo’s journey has taken him to The Coach in 2014, where he was part of the team who achieved a Michelin Star, before he subsequently became Head Chef. Tommo returned to The Hand and Flowers as Head Chef and was heading up the kitchen for four years. He has now moved to open our newest venture, The Chalk Freehouse in Chelsea and is excited to build a team of eager and passionate chefs.
Ross Kenworthy
General Manager of The Chalk Freehouse
Ross worked within the Tom Kerridge Group up in Manchester at Bull & Bear. He is now leading the front of house team at our newest pub, The Chalk Freehouse located in the heart of Chelsea. Ross leads a strong team, helping them learn within the hospitality industry.
Current Careers
The Hand & Flowers
- → Marlow
- → Two Michelin Stars
- → 80+ Employees
- → 11 Nationalities
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Chef De PartieMarlowFull time
The Tom Kerridge Group is looking for a Chef De Partie! Here at The Hand & Flowers, we are an ambitious bunch who are hardworking and passionate about what we do, consistently striving towards perfection. Whether you are looking for progression or stability, The Tom Kerridge Group will expose you to a diverse team where you will be an invaluable member of our crew.
As a Chef De Partie, you will be responsible for the running of a section as part of our fantastic kitchen team.
Responsibilities include:
- Ensuring that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to business requirements, portioning, cooking and serving standards.
- Running your designated section within the kitchen when on duty.
- Following our high standards of food hygiene and follow health & safety guidelines
Our Chef De Parties will enjoy these benefits;
- Unrivalled opportunities for progression in a Michelin Star kitchen.
- Discount across all Tom Kerridge businesses.
- Exclusive access to our discounts platform including off restaurants, gym membership, online shopping and technology.
- Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per referral
- Complimentary staff meals.
Working with us has some pretty great perks! From competitive salaries, two annual staff parties and opportunities to work at Global & National Events alongside Tom, we really do believe that our people define our entire business and we pride ourselves on helping individuals strive throughout their career.
Send CV & Apply*To apply please send us a copy of your CV. Please note by sending your CV you accept that we will keep this on file for up to 6 months.
The Coach
- → Marlow
- → One Michelin Star
- → 25+ Employees
- → 5 Nationalities
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Chef De PartieMarlowFull time
The Tom Kerridge Group is looking for a Chef De Partie! Here at The Coach, we are an ambitious bunch who are hardworking and passionate about what we do, consistently striving towards perfection. Whether you are looking for progression or stability, The Tom Kerridge Group will expose you to a diverse team where you will be an invaluable member of our crew.
As a Chef De Partie, you will be responsible for the running of a section as part of our fantastic kitchen team.
Responsibilities include:
- Ensuring that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to business requirements, portioning, cooking and serving standards.
- Running your designated section within the kitchen when on duty.
- Following our high standards of food hygiene and follow health & safety guidelines
Our Chef De Parties will enjoy these benefits;
- Unrivalled opportunities for progression in a Michelin Star kitchen.
- Discount across all Tom Kerridge businesses.
- Exclusive access to our discounts platform including off restaurants, gym membership, online shopping and technology.
- Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per referral
- Complimentary staff meals.
Working with us has some pretty great perks! From competitive salaries, two annual staff parties and opportunities to work at Global & National Events alongside Tom, we really do believe that our people define our entire business and we pride ourselves on helping individuals strive throughout their career.
Send CV & Apply*To apply please send us a copy of your CV. Please note by sending your CV you accept that we will keep this on file for up to 6 months.
The Butcher's tap & Grill Marlow
- → Marlow
- → Unique & Exciting concept
- → 20+ EMPLOYEES
- → 4 Nationalities
Kerridge's Bar & Grill
- → LONDON
- → ESTABLISHED IN 2018
- → 50+ EMPLOYEES
- → 9 NATIONALITIES
The Chalk
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Waiting staffChelseaFull time
The Chalk Free house, by Tom Kerridge in the heart of Chelsea.
The Chalk Free house is a sister pub to The Hand and Flowers, the only pub in the UK to have 2 Michelin stars. Nestled just off the Kings Road, and we are delighted to be recruiting for waiting staff to join our amazing team!
The Chalk Free house has the beauty of traditional British gastropub dining.
Are you passionate about providing exceptional customer service? We are currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as waiting staff at our restaurant in Chelsea.
If you have a friendly demeanor, excellent communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Waiting staff Requirements:
- Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, but not required. We welcome candidates with a strong passion for exceptional customer service.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with guests and team members.
- Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, ensuring a positive and friendly atmosphere.
- Ability to be cross trained across multiple areas of the business, crafting cocktails, developing wine knowledge, or just taking your service levels to the level
- Availability to work evenings, weekends as required
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow within the team.
Waiting staff Benefits:
As a company, we offer some pretty good perks, including:
- A supportive work environment that values teamwork and professional development.
- Training and guidance provided to enhance your skills and knowledge in the hospitality industry.
Opportunities for career advancement for motivated individuals.
If you are seeking an opportunity to work within a restaurant that is part of a growing company, we’d love you to apply for the Waiting staff position.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Waiting Staff
Send CV & Apply*To apply please send us a copy of your CV. Please note by sending your CV you accept that we will keep this on file for up to 6 months.
Apprenticeships
- → ADAPTED TO INDIVIDUALS
- → Multiple locations
- → event opportunities
- → STRONG SUPPORT NETWORK
“Working in hospitality is a way of life. At the top level it’s hard work, but the rewards you can get out of it are huge. It’s not just a job, but the chance to learn new skills, travel the world, meet amazing people and be involved in amazing events, for us, it’s a long-term career. Come and join our pirate ship!”
Tom Kerridge
Working at The Tom Kerridge Group
Culture, Progression and Length of Service
We are a proud family of over 200 pirates, and each member of the team is key to making the business as successful as it is today.
We want our pirates to feel fulfilled and challenged at work with a clear line of progression. Some of our team have been with us for nearly 20 years and several for over a decade, which makes us happy.
We like to promote from within and nurture talent so that you can be the best you can be. Our culture is supportive and we actively embrace and encourage equality and diversity.
Our Values
Passion: We strongly believe in everything we do and passion sits at the heart of the Tom Kerridge Group. It drives us forward, creates our focus and energises our commitment.
Quality: Whatever we do we strive to do it well, we never settle for anything less than excellence. We take pride in our ability to offer nothing but the best.
Simplicity: To be simple is to be focused. We don’t overcomplicate, we strive for clarity and consistency and make decisions quickly and pragmatically and focus on what’s important.
Teamwork: Together we are stronger. The strength in our team does not only lie in our combined experience and expertise, but in our ability to trust each other no matter what the circumstances.
Charities
Meals from Marlow
Meals from Marlow was created at the start of Lockdown to provide support for Key workers and those in need both in Marlow and surrounding towns during the pandemic.
The scheme has so far provided over 100,000 meals, by working with the NHS and many community organisations both within Marlow, High Wycombe, Slough, Maidenhead and other local areas.
The project is now being formalised as a permanent charity to provide support for those in need in the region. We plan to continue to work closely with local organisations and charities to ensure that the meals produced find their way to those most in need, relying on our partners' experience and expertise to support our neighbours each and every week.
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Little Discoveries
In February 2021 Tom announced his participation in creating short films with Save the Children UK and Discovery RISE called Little Discoveries, raising awareness and funds for those most in need during the pandemic; the kids💛
When COVID-19 hit, Save the Children worked closely with communities to establish families’ greatest needs. They found that school closures, job losses and economic hardship posed a severe threat to children’s learning – especially for families already living on low incomes.
Tom is helping by creating short cooking videos with Discovery called ‘Little Discoveries’ which aims to get kids cooking some simple but delicious meals at home. There are other videos available in the ‘Little Discoveries’ series each presented by an expert host who will show you some fun family-friendly activities we can all do indoors.
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Full Time Meals
Marcus Rashford and Tom Kerridge are proud and excited to announce the launch of our ‘Full Time’ campaign, supported by Facebook and Instagram.
Marcus has been doing a phenomenal job in shining a bright light on the nation’s child poverty issue and continues to fight for systematic change and Government support. His formation of the Child Food Poverty Taskforce has brought together the biggest players in the British food industry, to stand united in finding a long-term sustainable framework to combat child food poverty across the UK.
This is a cause that is close to Tom's heart. Whilst Marcus and Tom are from different generations, they share a lot of similarities in their journey to success. Tom also grew up in a single parent household on a council estate, his mum worked 2 jobs and, although he never went without food, times were difficult, and money was tight.
It’s heart breaking to think that 4.2 million children in the UK are living in poverty, no child should go to bed hungry but today, far too many do. We live in the third largest economy in the world – it’s time to call full time on child food poverty.
Our people are the most important part of our business. At the end of the day, we couldn’t create our amazing guest experiences without each valued individual who helps make that happen!
Human Resources