Head Chef

The Counting House; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Counting House seeks a talented Head Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen in a bustling London pub, known for its vibrant atmosphere and quality dining. This role entails overseeing food preparation, ensuring high standards, and promoting seasonal, local ingredients. The successful candidate will combine culinary creativity with exceptional leadership skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

25% discount on food and drink

Access to learning and development programs

Healthcare Cash Plan

Discounted hotel stays

Induction and training provided

Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing fresh food with seasonal ingredients.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Take full control of the food side of the business.
• Set high standards and inspire the team.
• Implement new cooking techniques and ideas.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Food Knowledge

Food Safety Awareness

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.

The Counting House is a grand old pub in London's financial sector - expect big crowds of city professionals for post-work drinks in the week. At weekends, the pub is a popular venue for wedding celebrations.

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.