Second Chef

TN United Kingdom; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Second Chef in a bustling kitchen environment! This role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate team, develop culinary skills, and ensure high standards of food and service. As part of a supportive family-oriented company, you'll enjoy flexible hours, career progression through training programs, and fantastic employee benefits. If you're eager to climb the culinary ladder and make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

20% off at all pubs, restaurants, and hotels

Reliable hours contract

£4.50 meal deal option

Flexible working hours

Online discounts and cashback

Career progression opportunities

Access to well-being support

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to lead and develop a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and encourage the kitchen team to develop their skills.
• Run the kitchen line during service and maintain food standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Time Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

High School Diploma

Job description

We’re on the lookout for a Second Chef to join our team!

It’s time to turn up the heat! Turn your hand to new skills or showcase existing ones. In our kitchens, you’ll be part of a team that is obsessed with creating great experiences for our guests.

Our kitchen is where it’s at: Proactive and passionate, you’ll be comfortable leading by example. You’ll master pub classics that are produced quickly, efficiently, and presented perfectly, ensuring our guests keep coming back for more.

As a Second Chef, you’ll: Be right in on the action in our buzzing kitchen, working closely with the Head Chef – covering their responsibilities when they are off.

You’ll also:

• Oversee, organise, and encourage the kitchen team - helping to develop their skills
• Be accountable for running the line during service
• Be passionate about maintaining the highest standards of food and service

What comes next is up to you: Perhaps you want to climb the culinary ladder? We’ll support you to complete your Chef development programme with the end goal of becoming a Head Chef and having your own kitchen and team.

What you get from us: At Marston’s, we’re one big family. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:

• 20% 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
• Online discounts and cashback at popular retailers through our Marston’s Rewards platform
• Scope to build your career and progress through our training and Apprenticeship programmes (including access to our innovative app)
• A friendly and lively atmosphere, working alongside passionate and diverse teammates
• Access to Licensed Trade Charity for financial, mental, and emotional well-being support