Sous Chef - Bel & Dragon

Bel & The Dragon Kingsclere; Newbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food and drink discount 25%

Weekly tips paid

Discounted hotel stays

My Fullers benefits platform

Healthcare Cash Plan

Wagestream access

Job summary

Bel & The Dragon Kingsclere is seeking a proactive Sous Chef to lead the kitchen when the Head Chef is away, ensuring high standards of quality with fresh, seasonal ingredients. You will be responsible for mentoring the team, innovating dishes, and maintaining strong hygiene and food safety awareness.

Based in Kingsclere, this role offers a dynamic environment within a traditional country inn that values great food and a welcoming atmosphere for guests, staff, and the local community.

Qualifications

• A hygiene qualification is essential.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene is required.
• Ability to manage and inspire a kitchen team during service.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Head Chef when they are away.
• Lead kitchen operations and ensure high standards of food quality.
• Work with fresh, seasonal, local ingredients.
• Inspire and develop the kitchen team to deliver excellent service.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety across the kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Seasonal cooking

Creative cooking

Team motivation

Hygiene knowledge

Food safety awareness

Job description

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 Fullers 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.

Bel & The Dragon Kingsclere, takes its place within the heart of the village. This Country Inn offers nine beautiful en-suite bedrooms in addition to an attractive bar, restaurant & terrace.

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 Fullers Family
• Access to 'My Fullers' - 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 wont 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.