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Whether you’re walking into one of our pubs or joining our team, you’ll be met with genuine warmth. We build pubs that are rooted in their communities, driven by purpose and built to last.\nWe operate three acclaimed pubs - The George (Fitzrovia), The Cadogan Arms (Chelsea), and The Hound (Chiswick) - each rooted in tradition but full of fresh energy. Named Food-Led Pub Group of the Year at the 2024 R200 Awards, with The Cadogan Arms and The George both featured in the Top 100 Gastropubs list, we’ve also won the 2026 Best Premium Food Offer at The Publican Awards - cementing our reputation for leading the way in exceptional pub dining.\nAs hospitality’s highest-scoring B-Corp certified company, we’re committed to doing business the right way - balancing exceptional guest experiences with meaningful social and environmental impact. Our culture is just as important as our performance, which is why we’re proud to be recognised in CODE Hospitality’s Happiest Places to Work 2025 and Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026.\nOur mission is to deliver the gold standard of public houses - where quality food, drink, and service create exceptional experiences. If that resonates, we’d love to hear from you.\nBenefits and Culture\nGroup & External Partners Dining Discount up to 50%\n\nPrivate Healthcare with Vitality after 1 year service( 40% off with Virgin Active, PureGym & Nuffield Gyms)\n\nEmployee of the Month Awards\n\n£1000 Values Award every quarter\n\n24/7 GP & EAP Access\n\nFreshly cooked team meals everyday\n\nAll breaks are paid\n\nEmployee Referral Bonus up to £800\n\nWSET Training\n\nIndustry leading training & onboarding\n\nSupplier trips\n\nTwice yearly staff parties\n\n1 paid day per year to donate to a charity of your choosing\n\nCODE Membership\n\nHospitality Rewards Enhanced Membership Package\n\nWellbeing & EAP Support including 1 on 1 sessions\n\nLOS, Bday, Maternity, Paternity, Wedding Gifts\n\nBespoke coaching and training courses\n\nThe Position\nWe’re looking for a friendly and proactive Food Runner to join our team at The Hound, helping deliver exceptional service and a memorable experience for our guests. You’ll play a key role in supporting the front-of-house team and ensuring every dish reaches the table with care.\nThe ideal candidate will have:\nEagerness to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in\n\nA creative approach with strong attention to detail\n\nA passion for food and hospitality, with a desire to learn and grow\n\nAmbition to develop your career within an award-winning pub group\n\nPrevious experience as a Commis Waiter or Food Runner is preferable\n\nA typical working week may look like 5 working days, including 3 single shifts and 2 double shifts. As with most roles in hospitality, shift patterns may vary depending on business needs.\nIf you’re enthusiastic, reliable, and enjoy working in a fast-paced pub environment, we’d love to hear from you.\nOur commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion\nAt Ardent Pub Group, the greatest welcome isn’t just something we give to our guests - it’s something we extend to everyone who walks through our doors. 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