Head Chef

Harri; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food discount

Healthcare plan

My Fuller’s discounts

Wagestream access

Induction and training

Discounted hotel stays

Gym discounts

Job summary

Fuller’s is hiring a Head Chef for The White Swan in Stratford-upon-Avon. You will lead a busy kitchen, craft fresh seasonal dishes and maintain rigorous standards in food safety and hygiene. Live In accommodation is available, with a supportive team and opportunities for growth within Fuller’s pubs and hotels.

You will manage service in a high-volume environment, mentor staff, and ensure guest satisfaction while upholding the brand’s values and quality expectations.

Qualifications

• Fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage a kitchen.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment with high standards.
• Set and uphold the highest food safety and hygiene standards.
• Lead the food side of the business and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Take full control of the food side of the business.
• Lead and motivate a high-performing kitchen team.
• Ensure consistent delivery of quality dishes and service.
• Maintain strict food safety and hygiene practices.

Skills

Leadership skills

Calm under pressure

Creativity in cooking

Great communicator

Seasonal ingredients knowledge

Education

Food safety qualification

Job description

Head Chef vacancy - Live In available

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.

A historic place, recently renovated, The White Swan offers a high standard of accommodation to Stratford-upon-Avon tourists. There are 41 bedrooms, a busy bar and restaurant, and function rooms popular for private parties and wedding receptions.

We're a friendly team who enjoy serving our brilliant guests.

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.