Second Chef

Marston’s; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading pub and restaurant group in Sutton Coldfield is seeking a passionate Second Chef to enhance its team. You will lead the kitchen operations, collaborate closely with the Head Chef, and maintain the highest standards of food and service. This position offers the opportunity to climb the culinary ladder with substantial support for your development through training and apprenticeship programs, ensuring a promising career path in the culinary arts.

Benefits

20% discount at all venues

Reliable hours contract

Affordable meal deals

Flexible hours

Career development opportunities

Support from Licensed Trade Charity

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to oversee and develop kitchen team skills.
• Passion for maintaining high standards of food and service.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team and cover Head Chef responsibilities.
• Organise daily kitchen operations during service.
• Ensure food quality and presentation meets high standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Cooking skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

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 in our kitchen. You’ll master pub classics that are produced quickly, efficiently and presented perfectly, ensuring our guests keep coming back for me.

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

You’ll also –

• Oversee, organise, and encouragethe kitchen team - helping to develop their skills
• Be accountablefor running the line during service
• Be passionateabout 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 very own kitchen and team.

What you get from us :

• 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