Overview
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
Career 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!
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.
Compensation
Up to £12.71 per hour, 30 hours per week. Reliable hours contract. CDP for career progression to Head Chef. Privilege card discount. Marston's Rewards.
Benefits
* 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
* Marston's Cheers Reward & Recognition Platform (earn points to spend for living and breathing our values and behaviours and access high street retailer discounts)
* Health screening discounts
* Long Service Awards
* Gym discounts
* 24‑hour GP helpline
* Mortgage advice and support
* 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
* Wellbeing support from the Licensed Trade Charity
* On‑site accommodation for the majority of pub General Manager roles
* Award‑winning status 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
* Performance‑related bonus schemes for pub management, operations and sales roles; discretionary bonus for support centre teams
* Competitive salaries and opportunities to earn a great wage whilst having fun at work
* Long service recognition for key anniversary milestones
* Food and drink privilege card discount (30% off at pubs and hotels)
* Pension scheme: salaried roles have a company contributory pension scheme; hourly paid roles have auto‑enrolment schemes
* Private healthcare access for some roles
* High street, online discounts and cash back offers for all
* Employee discount: 30% discount on Marston's food and hotel stays
* Training and development: extensive apprenticeship offer, dedicated L&D teams, award‑winning e-learning platforms
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