Head Chef Opportunity
Lead a team to success in our kitchen. You'll be responsible for raising the bar and setting the standards across your kitchen. Playing a key part in the pub management team, you'll strive to create memorable experiences that leave our guests wanting to come back for more.
Our kitchen is where it's at: As well as having a passion for food, you'll jump at the opportunity to grow, develop and retain a motivated kitchen team in one of our pubs across the country. As a Head Chef, you'll have experience in a similar Kitchen Manager/Head Chef role or be ready to step up from a Sous/Second Chef position.
* Ensure all food and hygiene standards are consistently met
* Have a positive attitude and the ability to create a buzz in your kitchen
* Achieve the highest standards, ensuring the business is safe and that food quality and speed of service targets are met
* Maintain clear communication with your kitchen and wider pub team
* Take pride in the meals that you and your team produce
What comes next is up to you: Whether you'd like to progress your skills further in the Head Chef role or explore wider opportunities across our pub, hotels, and pub support centre, we have a range of career pathways to suit all.
Come as you are. Personality counts for more than anything else here. We'll accept you and celebrate you for being you. We can't wait to see what we can make happen together. Marston's could be the making of you.
What you get from us:
* Up to £15.50 per hour, 45 hours per week
* Performance related bonus
* Reliable hours contract (or salaried in certain sites)
* Privilege card discount
* Marston's Rewards
Benefits include:
* A performance related bonus
* 30% off at all our pubs, restaurants, and hotels
* A reliable hours contract, to give you the security you deserve
* Flexible and part-time hours available to work around your family or higher education
* High street, online discounts, and cashback offers
* Opportunities to build your career through our Chef Development Programme and app-based training
* Access to Licensed Trade Charity for financial, mental, and emotional support
Additional Perks:
* Wellbeing support from the Licensed Trade Charity
* Optional on-site accommodation in many General Manager roles
* Award-winning employer recognized in the UK's Top 100 Employers and #1 in the pub sector for 2025
* Performance related bonuses for management, operations, and sales roles
* Loyalty rewards for key milestones
* Discounts on food and drink with our privilege card
* Company contributory pension scheme and auto-enrolment options
* Private healthcare access in some roles
* Extensive training and development programs
Join us and be part of a vibrant team dedicated to excellence and growth.
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