Experienced Sous Chef Gastro pub

BOXPARK; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant hospitality outlet in London is seeking a creative Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence. You will pride yourself on preparing fresh dishes from seasonal ingredients while leading a motivated kitchen team. Essential qualifications include a hygiene qualification and strong food knowledge. This role offers a supportive environment with various career paths and benefits.

Benefits

25% discount on food and drink

Access to discounted hotel stays

Healthcare Cash Plan

Flexible pay options with Wagestream

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of seasonal, local ingredients.
• Ability to lead a kitchen team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation.
• Foster a positive working environment.

Skills

Fresh food preparation

Food safety awareness

Hygiene qualification

Creativity in dish creation

Job description

Overview

Join Fuller’s: Where the true you thrives and diversity is embraced. At Fuller’s we don't just offer jobs, we invite you to celebrate your authentic self. Our four core values – doing things the right way, being part of the family, celebrating individuality and always asking what’s next? – define the essence of who we are.

The Plough is a newly refurbished pub in a leafy residential area on the edge of Richmond Park. But don't let its quiet location fool you, it's a pub that gets plenty of visitors with its stunning patio on the sunny days and its cosy interior on cooler nights.

The food here is all fresh and the friendly team deliver exceptional, seasonal menus daily - but not forgetting the fabulous Sunday roast!

What we can offer you

• An exciting variety of career paths: Explore a wide range of roles and career paths across our pubs and hotels.
• Supportive environment: We put people first and strive for a collaborative and trusting atmosphere where everyone is valued.
• Continuous growth: Engage in learning and development programs to fuel your personal and professional growth.
• 25% discount on food and drink across all our pubs and hotels for you and your friends and family. Increasing to 30% after one year, 35% after three years and 40% after five years.
• A fair share of tips, paid on top of your hourly pay and paid on a weekly basis.
• Discounted hotel stays at hotels in the Fuller’s Family
• Access to ‘My Fuller’s’ – our online benefits platform where you can make savings at 100s of retailers and access discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets and much more.
• Healthcare Cash Plan – after one year with us you will have access to a 24-hour GP service and the ability to claim your money back for dentist and eyecare appointments.
• Full induction and training
• The option to receive up to 35% of your earnings as you earn them with Wagestream. This means you won’t always need to wait until payday.

What we look for in a Sous Chef

• As a deputy to the Head Chef, you will take full control of the kitchen when they are away.
• Someone who will take pride in preparing fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.
• A creative Sous Chef who can bring new ideas and create fresh dishes.
• Bring the best out of the kitchen team.
• Take pride in every successful service.
• A hygiene qualification, excellent food knowledge and food safety awareness are all essential for this role.