Sous Chef

Marston's PLC; Dreenhill; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Dreenhill is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Head Chef and manage kitchen operations. This role offers a competitive wage of up to £16 per hour for 42 hours per week, along with a reliable hours contract and opportunities for career advancement through their Chef Development Programme. The successful candidate will lead kitchen teams, maintain high service standards, and enjoy substantial benefits including food discounts and various employee perks.

Benefits

30% off at all our pubs, restaurants, and hotels

Reliable hours contract

Meal deal option at work

Flexible and part‑time hours

High‑street discounts and cashback offers

Apprenticeship programmes

Wellbeing support from the Licensed Trade Charity

Optional on‑site accommodation

Performance-related bonus schemes

Company contributory pension

Private healthcare access for selected roles

Extensive training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous branded experience in a similar role or as an experienced Commis Chef
• Passionate about maintaining the highest standards of food and service

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing all aspects of the kitchen
• Accountable for running the line during service
• Oversee, organise, and encourage the kitchen team

Job description

Position 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.

Remuneration & Hours

Up to £16 per hour, 42 hrs per week, reliable hours contract, Career Development Programme (CDP) for progression to Head Chef, Privilege card discount, Marston's Rewards.

Benefits

• 30% off at all our pubs, restaurants, and hotels
• 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 from the Licensed Trade Charity
• Accommodation – optional on‑site accommodation for General Manager roles
• Award‑winning – named as one of the UK’s Top 100 employers and #1 in the pub sector for 2025 (Financial Times)
• Bonus – performance‑related bonus schemes for management, operations and sales roles; discretionary bonus for support centre teams
• Competitive salaries and fun work environment
• Long service – rewards for key anniversary milestones
• Food & drink – 30% discount via the Privilege card and £4.50 refuel at work meal deal
• Pension scheme – company contributory pension for salaried roles; auto‑enrolment for hourly roles
• Private healthcare – access for selected roles
• High‑street discount – wide range of online discounts and cashback offers
• Employee discount – 30% off Marston’s food and hotel stays
• Training & development – extensive apprenticeship offer, dedicated L&D teams, and award‑winning e‑learning platforms