Sous Chef

Running Horse (92112); Fakenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub in Fakenham is seeking a Sous Chef to enhance their busy kitchen. This role requires managing kitchen operations, supporting team development, and ensuring high standards. You will benefit from a supportive work environment with growth and development opportunities, alongside competitive benefits, making it a perfect opportunity for aspiring chefs.

Benefits

30% off at pubs, restaurants, and hotels

Reliable hours contract for job security

Meal deal option while on shift

Flexible part-time hours available

High street discounts and cashback offers

Apprenticeship programmes for career support

Access to Licensed Trade Charity support

Friendly and diverse workplace atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or an experienced Commis Chef.
• Passionate about maintaining high food service standards.
• Ability to train and develop kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and oversee the team.
• Run the line during service and ensure food quality.
• Assist the Head Chef in daily kitchen management.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Team Development

High Standards of Food Service

Education

Branded Experience

Job description

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
• Accountable for running the line during service
• Oversee, organize, 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.

Marston’s. Where people make pubs.