05/02/2026
WE’RE HIRING – CHEF / MANAGER
The Dough & Bean - STOCKTON-ON-TEES
We’re an independent coffee shop and bakery making sourdough pizza and fresh bread daily, and we’re looking for a hands-on Chef / Manager to lead the kitchen and run the show day to day.
The role:
• Make and bake sourdough pizza and bread
• Look after our sourdough starters and food quality
• Lead, train, and motivate a small team
• Manage daily operations, rotas, and stock
• Keep service friendly, smooth, and welcoming
You’ll need:
• Solid experience with sourdough (bread or pizza)
• Kitchen leadership or management experience
• A love of good food, coffee, and independent cafés
• A practical, calm, get-stuck-in attitude
Why join us?
• Creative input on menus and baking
• A key role in a growing independent business
• Competitive pay, depending on experience
How to apply:
Send your CV, a short message about your experience and salary expectations to [email protected] or message or socials for more information.
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