Sous Chef

Marstons PLC; Derby; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pub chain as a Sous Chef in Derby, where you'll lead kitchen operations and mentor a passionate team. With opportunities for professional growth through their Chef Development Programme, employees enjoy great benefits, a friendly atmosphere, and a diverse workplace culture.

Benefits

30% off at all pubs, restaurants, and hotels

£4.50 meal deal option on shift

Flexible and part-time hours

High street discounts and cashback offers

Apprenticeship programmes available

Access to Licensed Trade Charity for support

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or Commis Chef required.
• Familiarity with managing kitchen operations and leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Second in command to Head Chef, managing kitchen operations.
• Oversee and mentor kitchen staff during service.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are met.

Skills

Team Leadership

Quality Control

Food Safety Standards

Passion for Cooking

Job description

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

It’s time to turn up the heat in our kitchen! Leading by example, you’ll ensure hot, quality food that you and the team can be proud of gets presented to the pass each and every time.

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.
• 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.
• Be 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.

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!

What you get from us: You’ll be joining a pub company that’s been voted - Best Pub Employer (501+ Employees) at The Publican 2024 Awards. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:

• 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

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.