Sous Chef

Marston's PLC; Abercanaid; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Abercanaid is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Head Chef and manage kitchen operations. The role offers career progression through the Chef Development Programme. Candidates should have branded experience and a passion for high food service standards. This position provides a competitive hourly rate of £12.55 for 30 hours per week, along with various benefits including discounts and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

30% off at all pubs, restaurants, and hotels

£4.50 meal deal

Flexible working hours

Access to financial and emotional well-being support

Private healthcare scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Employee discount on food and stays

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role or as a Commis Chef.
• Ability to oversee kitchen operations.
• Passion for maintaining high standards of food service.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in managing kitchen operations.
• Accountable for running the line during service.
• Oversee and develop skills of the kitchen team.

Skills

Branded kitchen experience

Team leadership

Food service standards

Job description

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

Professional 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!

Culture & Values

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

£12.55 per hour, 30hrs per week. Reliable hours contract.

Career Path & Benefits

• CDP for career progression to Head Chef
• Privilege card discount
• 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
• Wellbeing support for our pub and pub support centre teams
• Optional on‑site accommodation for majority of pub General Manager roles
• Award‑winning company, named as one of the UK’s Top 100 employers and #1 in the pub sector for 2025
• Performance‑related bonus schemes for pub management, operations and sales roles
• Discretionary company bonus scheme for support centre teams
• Competitive salaries and opportunity to earn a great wage whilst having fun at work
• Loyalty rewards with awards for key anniversary milestones
• Privilege card gives 30% discount on food and drink, plus a £4.50 refuel meal deal
• Company contributory pension scheme (salaried roles) and auto‑enrolment (hourly paid)
• Private healthcare scheme for some roles
• High‑street, online, and cashback offers available for all employees
• Employee discount: 30% on Marston’s food and hotel stays
• Extensive apprenticeship offer, L&D teams, and award‑winning e‑learning platforms