Creative Sous Chef — Seasonal Kitchen Lead

The Lock Stock & Barrel, Newbury; Newbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25% food & drink discount

Tips paid weekly

Hotel discounts

My Fuller’s benefits platform

Wellbeing & healthcare plan

Wagestream access

Job summary

The Lock Stock & Barrel in Newbury, part of Fuller’s, is seeking a proactive Sous Chef to lead the kitchen when the Head Chef is away. You will craft fresh dishes from seasonal ingredients and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high standards.

We value pride in food quality, creativity, and continuous service excellence, with an emphasis on collaboration, training, and maintaining top hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Proven hygiene and food safety knowledge.
• Experience in preparing fresh, seasonal dishes.
• Ability to lead and motivate kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Take full control of the kitchen when Head Chef is away.
• Prepare fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.
• Bring new ideas and create fresh dishes.
• Bring out the best in the kitchen team.
• Ensure every service runs smoothly.

Skills

Hygiene

Food knowledge

Team leadership

Seasonal cooking

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

The Lock Stock & Barrel in Newbury, part of Fuller’s, is seeking a proactive Sous Chef to lead the kitchen when the Head Chef is away. You will craft fresh dishes from seasonal ingredients and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high standards.

We value pride in food quality, creativity, and continuous service excellence, with an emphasis on collaboration, training, and maintaining top hygiene standards.