Head Chef - The Swan Hotel, Arundel

Fuller's; Arundel; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25% food & drink discount

Cash tips

Discounted hotel stays

My Fuller’s benefits platform

Healthcare cash plan

Wagestream pay access

Full induction and training

Job summary

Fuller's is recruiting a Head Chef for The Swan in Arundel. You will lead the kitchen, create fresh menus using seasonal local ingredients, and uphold the brand’s standards across all services. This is a hands-on role in a lively pub-kitchen environment.

You will drive culinary excellence, manage a busy service, and mentor a talented kitchen team while maintaining rigorous food safety and hygiene practices.

Qualifications

• Fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients
• Strong leadership and team management
• Ability to maintain the highest standards under pressure

Responsibilities

• Take full control of the food side of the business.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team to deliver consistent high-quality meals.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety across all services

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Creativity

Calm under pressure

Hygiene standards

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 Swan is a listed country pub offering accommodation in Arundel. It's a traditional place - think cask ales, fresh food and afternoon teas - but there are plenty of events and functions hosted here too. Expect lively wedding celebrations and music events.

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.