Sous Chef - Live in available

Harri; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25% discount on food & drink for you &

Food & hotel discounts through Fuller

Healthcare Cash Plan after probation

Job summary

The Lamb Inn in Burford is seeking a proactive Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. You will take charge in the Head Chef's absence and ensure high standards of cooking, using seasonal, local ingredients to craft fresh dishes.

You will inspire the kitchen team with creativity, uphold strict hygiene and food safety practices, and contribute to a collaborative, high-energy service environment. This is an on-site role within a historic Cotswold inn.

Qualifications

• Seasonal, local ingredients cooking expertise.
• Creative chef who can inspire the kitchen team.
• Hygiene qualification and strong food safety knowledge.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality service under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Take full control of the kitchen in Head Chef's absence.
• Prepare fresh dishes using seasonal, local ingredients.
• Bring new ideas and creative menu concepts to the team.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen staff to deliver great results.
• Maintain high hygiene and food safety standards at all times.

Skills

Creativity

Team leadership

Culinary skills

Attention to detail

Education

Hygiene qualification / Food safety certificate

Job description

At Cotswold Inns & Hotels, we pride ourselves on creating unforgettable experiences in some of the most beautiful locations in the Cotswold’s. Whether it’s a wedding reception, board meeting, holiday of a lifetime, or a Christmas feast, we believe in delivering warm hospitality and exceptional service with a personal touch every single day. The teams in our collection of characterful hotels thrive on individuality, integrity, and a deep connection to our communities.

With Fuller’s values at our core – doing things the right way, being part of the family, celebrating individuality, and always asking what’s next? – we invite you to bring your true self and grow with us in a place where tradition and personality are both treasured.

The Lamb Inn is a converted 15th century weaver’s cottage, located along a peaceful side street in the historic market town of Burford. The 17 guest rooms and busy bar make this location a popular spot with visitors.

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 welook for in a Sous Chef:

• As adeputy to the Head Chef, you will take full control of the kitchen when theyare away.
• Someonewho will take pride in preparing fresh food made from seasonal, localingredients.
• Acreative Sous Chef who can bring new ideas and create fresh dishes.
• Bringthe best out of the kitchen team.
• Takepride in every successful service.
• Ahygiene qualification, excellent food knowledge and food safety awareness areall essential for this role.