Sous Chef - Suburban Londoners

The Dove, Hammersmith; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant pub in Greater London is looking for a creative Sous Chef to join their team. In this role, you will manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef, prepare fresh food using seasonal ingredients, and lead a dedicated kitchen team. Your expertise in hygiene and food safety is essential. The role provides a supportive environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth and a share of tips on top of your hourly pay.

Benefits

25% discount on food and drinks

Access to online benefits platform

Healthcare Cash Plan after one year

Discounted hotel stays

Training and induction support

Flexible earning options with Wagestream

Qualifications

• Experience as a deputy to the Head Chef.
• Ability to prepare dishes with seasonal, local ingredients.
• Creative mindset to bring new ideas to the menu.

Responsibilities

• Take control of the kitchen when the Head Chef is away.
• Lead the kitchen team and ensure high standards.
• Ensure hygiene and food safety practices are adhered to.

Skills

Loyalty to fresh food preparation

Creativity in dish creation

Team leadership

Hygiene qualification

Food safety awareness

Job description

Overview

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.

Set on the banks of the Thames, The Dove is a busy pub popular for dining and drinking. It caters to both locals and tourists, and enjoys a busy summer scene thanks to a waterside patio.

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.