Having grown up in the Western Cape of South Africa, “Dom” moved to London 25 years ago, and has worked in many of London’s finest restaurants and bars. Having travelled extensively sampling food and wine from all over the world, he moved to Kent 10 years ago and ran a 2AA Rosette and Michelin Listed restaurant before being enlisted to open The Pumproom.

With foodie parents and his Nan cooking ‘Real Food’, Will has always surrounded himself by good food and continues to do so now with his home life, meeting his partner whilst working in a restaurant, raising a “little foodie” together. This love for everything food is what inspires him and drives him to pass on his knowledge to his kitchen team. Creating dishes using some of Kent’s best local produce from the land and sea, his food is uncomplicated and without fuss, yet never fails to hit the mark when it comes to flavour and inventiveness.

He’s a friendly local lad who’s worked in the industry for 20 years, starting his career in Scotland at a young age. He’s an Irn-Bru and Lorne sausage connoisseur. He is always smiling and looks forward to welcoming you all.