Sous Chef - Bel & Dragon in Odiham

Senior Sous Chef required, annual salary between 32K - 38K plus service charge circa £5K. Hourly rate available.

Bel & The Dragon Odiham underwent a significant 1.5M refurbishment last year and the business is thriving and is looking for the right person to make sure year two post refurbishment is even better! We are a complete team of around 50 individuals, we boast 16 boutique hotel bedrooms, with a large garden terrace of around 110 covers, an 80 seater open plan restaurant with an open pass, 12 cover Private Dining room & bar areas.

Bel & The Dragon Odiham, a Grade II-listed former inn with features dating as far back as 1540, sits in the historic village of Odiham near Hook in Hampshire. Bel & The Dragon Odiham offers fifteen beautifully appointed bedrooms. 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 Fuller’s 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.

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.