At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the kitchen team, create amazing dishes, and manage outdoor dining experiences.
- Company: Join Fuller’s, a vibrant and inclusive dining destination in the New Forest.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, weekly tips, discounts, and financial flexibility.
- Other info: Opportunities for career advancement and a supportive workplace culture.
- Why this job: Elevate your culinary skills and make a real impact in a dynamic kitchen environment.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or Sous Chef with strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 30348 - 37092 £ per year.
Location: New Forest
Role: Sous Chef (Full-Time)
Culture: Inclusive, Ambitious, Passionate
About Us
At Fuller’s, we don't just offer jobs—we invite you to bring your authentic self to work. We thrive on four core values: doing things the right way, being part of the family, celebrating individuality, and always asking what's next?
Set in the picturesque New Forest countryside, The Alice Lisle is a thriving dining destination. We’ve built a stellar reputation for great food, attracting everything from local foodies and weekend walkers to big family gatherings.
The Opportunity: Step Up as Sous Chef
Are you a strong Senior Chef de Partie looking for your next step, or an experienced Sous Chef ready for a fresh, exciting dynamic? Dan, Luke, and the kitchen team are looking for a key second-in-command to help lead the pass, elevate our menus, and drive some of our biggest food initiatives yet.
Beyond the Main Kitchen
We’re taking our culinary offer into the garden! As Sous Chef, you’ll play a major role in managing both our indoor line and our high-volume outdoor operations, including:
- Artisanal Garden Pizzas: Mastering high-heat, outdoor pizza oven execution.
- Smoky Summer BBQs & Hog Roasts: Delivering top-tier outdoor dining and live-fire vibes.
- Destination Events: Leading garden takeovers, seasonal food festivals, and large-scale pop-ups.
What We’re Looking For
- A Natural Leader: You support the Head Chef in running smooth, high-volume services and keeping the team motivated under pressure.
- Standard-Setter: You take pride in consistency, presentation, and section organization, ensuring every plate leaving the kitchen meets top standards.
- Versatile & Creative: Comfortable moving seamlessly between high-end pub classics and rustic outdoor cooking setups.
- Kitchen Operations & Safety: Sharp on food hygiene, stock control, waste management, and kitchen safety standards.
What’s in It for You?
- Competitive Pay + Weekly Tips: A strong salary plus a fair share of tips paid out weekly.
- Fuller’s Perks & Discounts: Enjoy 25% off food, drink, and stay across all Fuller’s sites (rising to 40% based on length of service).
- Financial Flexibility (Wagestream): Access up to 35% of your earned wages early when you need it.
- Career Advancement: We’re all about "what's next?" We invest heavily in leadership development, kitchen management training, and clear pathways toward running your own kitchen as a Head Chef.
- Workplace Culture: A supportive, inclusive environment where your voice and ideas matter.
Ready to Lead the Line With Us? If you're ready to bring your passion, leadership, and flavour to The Alice Lisle, we want to hear from you.
Sous Chef - Country Premium employer: The Alice Lisle, Ringwood
The Alice Lisle in New Forest is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that celebrates creativity and teamwork in the culinary arts. With opportunities for professional growth towards Head Chef, alongside benefits like weekly tips and staff discounts, we ensure our team members thrive in a supportive environment that values their contributions to our high-volume kitchen operations.
