Head Chef - Live In Available

The Lamb Inn, Burford; West Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & drink discount

Tips payout

Staff hotel stays

Benefits platform

Healthcare plan

Induction & training

Wagestream access

Job summary

The Lamb Inn in Burford, part of Fuller’s, is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen with a passion for seasonal, local ingredients and outstanding service.

You will drive high standards, inspire a busy team, communicate clearly, and bring creative ideas to the line.

We offer induction and training, 25% food and drink discount, tips, hotel stays, My Fuller’s benefits, healthcare and Wagestream.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a busy kitchen/restaurant setting.
• Proven ability to manage a team and deliver high standards.
• Strong communication and calmness under pressure during service.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Passion for seasonal, local ingredients and menu development.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations for The Lamb Inn, Burford, ensuring high standards of food quality and service.
• Manage and mentor the kitchen team, optimizing performance during peak service periods.
• Drive menu development with creative techniques and seasonal menus.
• Maintain rigorous hygiene, safety and cost controls across the kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Calm under pressure

Creativity

Communication

Hygiene & safety

Seasonal ingredients

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 Lamb Inn is a converted 15th century weaver’s cottage, located along a peaceful side street in the historic market town of Burford. The 17 guest rooms and busy bar make this location a popular spot with visitors.

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.