Sous Chef

Bel & The Dragon; Hook; À distance; GBP 37 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

25% food & drink discount

Discounted hotel stays

Healthcare Cash Plan

Wagestream access

Full induction and training

Employee benefits platform

Résumé du poste

Bel & The Dragon is seeking aSous Chef to lead the kitchen when the Head Chef is away, crafting seasonal dishes from local ingredients while inspiring the team to deliver exceptional service.

You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of food quality and safety, contributing to a thriving business post-refurbishment and sharing in a progressive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead a kitchen as deputy to Head Chef.
• Experience using seasonal, local ingredients to craft dishes.
• Creative approach to developing new menu items.
• Strong hygiene practices and solid food knowledge essential.

Responsabilités

• Take full control of the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Prepare fresh, seasonal menu items with local ingredients.
• Motivate and develop the kitchen team to deliver high-quality services.
• Ensure consistent service and pride in every service.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Connaissances

Kitchen leadership

Seasonal ingredients

Creative cooking

Food safety

Team motivation

Formation

Hygiene qualification

Description du poste

Sous Chef - Annual salary up to 37K plus service charge circa £5K. Hourly rate available.

Bel & The Dragon Odiham underwent a significant 1.5M refurbishment last year and the business is thriving and is looking for the right person to make sure year two post refurbishment is even better!

We are a complete kitchen team of 12 individuals, we boast 16 boutique hotel bedrooms, with a large garden terrace of around 110 covers, an 80 seater open plan restaurant with anopen pass,12 cover Private Dining room & bar areas.

At Bel & The Dragon, we don’t just offer jobs – we are offering a chance to be part of something special. Our hotels are full of history and charm, with a real passion for great food and drink at the heart of it all. Every location has its own character, and so do the people who work here. Whether it’s a quiet corner by the fire or a lively evening at the bar, we create moments that feel personal and real.

As part of the Fuller’s family, our four core values – doing things the right way, being part of the family, celebrating individuality and always asking what’s next? – are at the heart of everything we do. If you’re someone who cares about quality, enjoys making people feel at home, and wants to be part of a team that’s proud of what it does, we would love to meet you.

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 hourly pay and paid on a weekly basis.
• 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 Sous Chef:

• As a deputy to the Head Chef, you will take full control of the kitchen when they are away.
• Someone who will take pride in preparing fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.
• A creative Sous Chef who can bring new ideas and create fresh dishes.
• Bring the best out of the kitchen team.
• Take pride in every successful service.
• A hygiene qualification, excellent food knowledge and food safety awareness are all essential for this role.