A new burger restaurant will soon be opening in Dorchester creating a number of local jobs.

Hub Box will be making its Dorset debut when it opens in Brewery Square in early October.

The new restaurant will serve up gourmet burgers, hand-cut fries, cocktails, and craft beers - whilst championing seasonality and provenance.

Staple dishes at Dorchester Hub Box will include its award-winning Big Kahuna Burger, buttermilk-fried chicken Dirty Disco burger, and delicious hot dogs from Rare and Pasture; an artisan, organic charcuterie and smokery, plus a range of plant-based and meat-free alternatives.

The restaurant will have a coastal and surf theme whilst also giving a nod to the site's 19th-century architecture and heritage as a former brewery with indoor and outdoor dining spaces and a dedicated bar area. To showcase the talent within Dorset, the restaurant decor will also feature the work of local suppliers.

Charlotte Spracklen, Centre Manager at Brewery Square, commented: "We're thrilled that Hub Box has chosen Brewery Square to host its first Dorset restaurant. The company's commitment to celebrating local produce is in keeping with our own values, as we pride ourselves on showcasing the very best that Dorset has to offer with our diverse mix of businesses.

"Hub Box will add to our exceptional quality restaurant offering, giving people extended choice, and transforming their visit to Brewery Square into even more of a memorable experience."

Richard Boon, Founder and CEO of Hub Box, added: "Our Dorchester restaurant signifies a milestone in our journey as we venture into a new county, bringing job opportunities to the area and growing our passionate team culture. It's a truly exciting time for Hub Box and we're looking forward to welcoming the Dorset community through our doors this autumn."

Hub Box's new Dorchester restaurant will create approximately 25 full-time and part-time job roles. across various positions. Anyone interested in joining its team should send a copy of their CV to [email protected].

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