Head Chef - The Cabbage Patch, Twickenham

Fuller's; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & drink discount

Wagestream access

Staff induction and training

Healthcare cash plan

Discounted hotel stays

Training and development

Job summary

Fuller’s is hiring a Head Chef at The Cabbage Patch near Twickenham Stadium, where fresh, seasonal ingredients and high standards drive every service. You will lead the kitchen, deliver outstanding dishes, train and motivate the team, and uphold hygiene and safety standards in a fast-paced pub environment.

The role requires calm under pressure, strong communication, and a passion for food excellence. Competitive benefits include a 25% food and drink discount for you and family, access to

Qualifications

• A hygiene qualification, excellent food knowledge and food safety awareness are essential.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Take full control of the food side of the business.
• Lead kitchen operations and ensure high standards.
• Develop and mentor the kitchen team.
• Prepare high-quality dishes using seasonal, local ingredients.

Skills

Leadership

Fast-paced environment

Communication

Creativity

Food 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.

A stone's throw from Twickenham Stadium, The Cabbage Patch is naturally popular with rugby fans. Expect a lively, bustling crowd on matchdays, but a calmer one during the week - when the focus shifts to serving food in a relaxed atmosphere.

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.