Sous Chef - Country Premium

The Ship Inn, Langstone; Langstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known country-style pub in Langstone is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations and prepare fresh, seasonal dishes. You will be responsible for managing the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence and inspiring the team to maintain high service standards. The ideal candidate will have a hygiene qualification, excellent food knowledge, and a passion for creativity in cooking. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

25% discount on food and drink

Access to benefits platform

Healthcare Cash Plan

Discounted hotel stays

Flexible earning through Wagestream

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen management role or as a Sous Chef.
• Strong ability in preparing fresh food from seasonal ingredients.
• Proven track record of creating innovative dishes.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence.
• Prepare fresh, seasonal dishes using local ingredients.
• Inspire the kitchen team and ensure high service standards.

Skills

Food knowledge

Food safety awareness

Creativity

Team leadership

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 Ship Inn is a country-style pub in Langstone. It has a relaxed, laid back feel but can get busy, attracting a diverse mix of locals and visitors with its fresh seasonal food and harbour views.

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.