Head Chef

Fuller, Smith & Turner; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & drink discount

Tips on top of pay

Discounted hotel stays

My Fuller’s benefits platform

Healthcare cash plan

Induction and training

Wagestream access

Job summary

Fuller’s is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team, delivering fresh, seasonal dishes at pace while maintaining the highest standards. You will drive quality, train staff, and ensure exceptional customer experiences across our pubs and hotels.

You will bring strong leadership, communication, and food safety expertise, with a passion for creativity and excellence in every service. This role offers induction, ongoing training, and a clear path for growth within Fuller’s family.

Qualifications

• Lead kitchen teams to deliver high-quality meals.
• Set and uphold the highest standards in food preparation and service.
• Demonstrate great communication and leadership under fast-paced conditions.
• Ensure strict hygiene and food safety practices across all services.
• Inspire creativity and implement new cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Take full control of the food side of the business.
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff through busy service periods.
• Develop seasonal menus using local ingredients.
• Maintain consistent quality and efficiency across services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Calm under pressure

Creativity

Food safety

Education

Hygiene qualification

Job description

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.

Named after the circus strongman Hercules, the pub brings the history surrounding the creation of the modern circus and Lambeth's entertainment rich past back into the spotlight.

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 pay
• 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 Head Chef

• Someone who will take pride in preparing fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.
• You should have great leadership skills.
• You’ll thrive on the fast pace of the kitchen.
• You’ll set yourself and others the very highest standards.
• Take full control of the food side of the business.
• A great communicator who can keep calm under pressure.
• A creative Head Chef who can bring new ideas and implement new cooking techniques.
• Take pride in every successful service.
• A hygiene qualification, excellent food knowledge and food safety awareness are all essential for this role.