Sous Chef

Mitchells & Butlers PLC; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Brand discounts 33%

Friends/family discount 20%

Wagestream

Paid qualifications

Career progression

Gym discounts

Team socials

Job summary

Mitchells & Butler's PLC in Long Eaton is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a kitchen section, train a talented team, and uphold high standards of service. You will support the Head Chef with ordering, food prep and stock control while ensuring the branded menu is executed consistently.

Join Vintage Inns’ welcoming pubs atmosphere, with opportunities for progression and staff discounts. A permanent, full-time role with a competitive salary plus tips is on offer.

Qualifications

• Lead a kitchen section and train the team to operate cohesively.
• Assist Head Chef with ordering and stock management.
• Ensure compliance with health and hygiene regulations.
• Execute the branded menu consistently across service.

Responsibilities

• Be driven to smash targets with your team.
• Train and inspire your team to deliver food to be proud of.
• Support your Head Chef with food ordering, food preparation and stock control.
• Have mastered the art of working with a branded menu.
• Have confidence in managing Chefs and the wider Kitchen Team.
• Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Training & mentoring

Stock control

Health & hygiene

Menu execution

Job description

Sous Chef

Company: Mitchells & Butlers PLC

Salary: Competitive Salary plus tips

Hours: Full-time

Location: Long Eaton, NG10 2FY

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 7 Nov 2026

Closing date: 13 Nov 2026

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As a Sous Chef at the Trent Lock , you will have a passion for serving great food, training great people and leaving a smile on our guests faces. You’ll run a section, ensuring your team are working together as one and you will be the person to step up in leading the team in the absence of the Head Chef. Does this sound like you?

Join us at Vintage Inns, a charming collection of rural pubs. You’ll find roaring log fires, traditional food and a cosy atmosphere. If you want to be part of the Inn crowd, we want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Flexible shifts to work around your lifestyle!
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family.
• Wagestream – afinancial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it.
• Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications.
• Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard!

On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS SOUS CHEF YOU’LL…

• Be driven to smash targets with your team.
• Train and inspire your team to deliver food to be proud of.
• Support your Head Chef with food ordering, food preparation and stock control.
• Have mastered the art of working with a branded menu.
• Have confidence in managing Chefs and the wider Kitchen Team.
• Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations.

Haven’t got a CV to hand? Don't worry youdon't need a CV to apply.

At M&B, we want people to be supported, valued, able to be themselves and work in a great team. Join us and help us make every guest feel truly welcome.

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