Sous Chef

Marstons PLC; Fakenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular pub company is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their kitchen team in Fakenham. You will work closely with the Head Chef and lead kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food and service. Joining us opens endless opportunities for career growth through our Chef Development Programme. Enjoy reliable hours, employee benefits, and a vibrant team atmosphere while you make an impact in our kitchen.

Benefits

30% off at all pubs, restaurants, and hotels

Reliable hours contract

£4.50 meal deal whilst on shift

Flexible and part-time hours

Access to discounts and cashback offers

Apprenticeship programmes

Support from Licensed Trade Charity

Qualifications

• Previous branded experience in a Sous Chef or Commis Chef role is essential.
• Be accountable for running the line during service.
• Ability to oversee and develop the kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing all aspects of the kitchen.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and service.
• Develop kitchen team skills and maintain an engaging atmosphere.

Skills

Branded experience

Team leadership

Passion for food and service

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.
• 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.