Sous Chef- Live in available - The Plough Inn, Ealing

Fuller's; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

25% discount on food and drink

Healthcare plan

Career paths across Fuller's pubs

Induction and training

Wagestream option

Job summary

The Plough Inn in Ealing, West London, operated by Fuller's, is seeking an experienced Sous Chef for a live-in role. You will work closely with the Head Chef, leading the kitchen during busy services and taking responsibilities when needed.

This is a hands-on leadership position offering live-in accommodation, with opportunities to contribute to menu development and staff mentoring in a vibrant pub setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or CDP ready for step.
• Strong leadership and communication skills in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Creativity to contribute to menu development and improvements.
• Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen during busy services and maintain high standards.
• Assist in menu development and seasonal planning.
• Oversee ordering, prep, service and stock control.
• Mentor and develop junior kitchen staff.
• Ensure food safety and cleanliness across the kitchen.
• Create a positive, collaborative work environment.

Skills

Sous Chef exp

Leadership

Creativity

Communication

Calm under pressure

Hygiene qualification

CDP exp

Team player

Job description

Sous Chef - Live In

The Plough Inn, Ealing | Full Time

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.

About The Plough

The Plough Inn is a vibrant, food-led pub in West London, with a chic retro style, loyal local following and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

We're busy, particularly around our live music and events, and we're proud of offering great food alongside a strong pub experience.

We're now looking for a Sous Chef to join our kitchen team, with live-in accommodation available.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef, or a strong CDP ready to take the next step, to become an important part of the kitchen leadership team at The Plough.

What you'll be doing

Working closely with our Head Chef, you'll help run the kitchen day to day and take full responsibility when they're away.

You'll:

• Lead the kitchen team during busy services and help keep standards high
• Take pride in preparing fresh, seasonal food and maintaining consistency
• Support menu development and bring new ideas to the kitchen
• Help with ordering, prep, service and stock control
• Develop and support junior members of the team
• Make sure food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards are always maintained
• Help create a positive kitchen environment where people enjoy coming to work
• Take pride in every successful service

What we’re looking for

We're looking for someone who knows their way around a busy kitchen and enjoys being part of a team.

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous Sous Chef experience, or strong CDP experience ready for the next step
• Good food knowledge and a genuine passion for fresh food
• The confidence to lead a kitchen team and run a service
• Creativity and enthusiasm to bring new ideas to the menu
• Excellent communication skills
• A calm approach when the pressure is on
• A positive attitude and the ability to bring the best out of the team
• Good food safety awareness and a recognised hygiene qualification

We're not just looking for someone who can cook. We're looking for someone who wants to help make The Plough's kitchen a great place to work and a kitchen we're proud of.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Live-in accommodation available
• An exciting variety of career paths across Fuller's pubs and hotels
• Supportive environment - we put people first and strive for a collaborative and trusting atmosphere
• Continuous learning and development
• 25% discount on food and drink across all Fuller's pubs and hotels for you, friends and family, increasing to 30% after one year, 35% after three years and 40% after five years
• A fair share of tips, paid weekly on top of your hourly pay
• Discounted hotel stays across the Fuller's family
• Access to My Fuller's, with savings at hundreds of retailers, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets and more
• Healthcare Cash Plan after one year, including access to a 24-hour GP service and contributions towards dental and eyecare costs
• Full induction and training
• Wagestream, giving you the option to access up to 35% of your earnings as you earn them

Ready to join us?

If you're an ambitious Sous Chef who takes pride in great food, great service and great teams, we'd love to hear from you.