Overview
We’re on the lookout for a Sous Chef to join our team!
It’s time to turn up the heat in our kitchen! Leading by example, you’ll ensure hot, quality food that you and the team can be proud of gets presented to the pass each and every time.
As Sous Chef you’ll: Be right in the action in our kitchen, second in command to our Head Chef – stepping up and covering for them when they’re not on shift.
Responsibilities
* Offer previous branded experience in a similar role or as an experienced Commis Chef
* Assist our Head Chef in managing all aspects of the kitchen
* Accountable for running the line during service
* Oversee, organise, and encourage the kitchen team – helping to develop their skills
* Be passionate about maintaining the highest standards of food and service
Development
What comes next is up to you: You’ll be presented with endless opportunities to grow and develop your career via our Chef Development Programme – heading up your own kitchen one day if that’s what you’re after!
Benefits
What you get from us: You’ll be joining a pub company that’s been voted – Best Pub Employer (501+ Employees) at The Publican 2024 Awards. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:
* 30% off at all our pubs, restaurants, and hotels
* A reliable hours contract, to give you the security you deserve
* Refuel at work with our £4.50 meal deal option whilst on shift, including popular menu dishes plus a drink
* Flexible and part time hours offered to work around your family or higher education
* Exciting range of high street, online discounts and cashback offers
* Fantastic range of apprenticeship programmes to support your career
* A friendly and lively atmosphere, working alongside passionate and diverse teammates
* Access to Licensed Trade Charity for financial, mental, and emotional well-being support
Additional information
* Accommodation: The majority of our pub General Manager roles include optional on-site accommodation.
* Award winning: Named as one of the UK’s Top 100 employers and #1 in the pub sector for 2025, in the Financial Times UK’s Best Employers list.
* Bonus: Our pub management, operations and sales roles offer performance related bonus schemes. For our support centre teams, we offer a discretionary company bonus scheme.
* Opportunity to earn a great wage whilst having fun at work.
* Long service: We reward loyalty with awards for key anniversary milestones.
* Food and drink: Our privilege card gives our people 30% discount off food and drink in our pubs. As well as access to our £4.50 refuel at work meal deal whilst on shift.
* All our salaried roles offer membership to a company contributory pension scheme. Hourly paid roles offer auto enrolment schemes. Some of our roles offer access to a private healthcare scheme. All of our employees receive a 30% discount on Marston’s food and hotel stays.
Wellbeing and Development
Training and development
We’re passionate about growing our own talent through an extensive apprenticeship offer, dedicated L&D teams, and award winning e-learning platforms.
FAQ
Sous Chef FAQ's
How do I become a Head Chef at Marston’s?
We have a variety of career pathways available at Marston’s and your line manager & our support teams work with you on an individual basis to put personal development plans in place to help you achieve your career goals.
How much can I get paid?
Our hourly rates & salaries are dependent on the role. Please see our job adverts for the pay rates on offer or chat to our hiring managers for more information.
What are my main responsibilities?
Assist in managing all aspects of the kitchen ensuring the business is safe & compliant at all times.
Wellbeing notice
As a responsible employer, we offer professional wellbeing support to our pub and pub support centre teams including support from the Licenced Trade Charity.
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