Sous Chef

Bluebell Inn (90095); Malvern; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pub company is seeking a Sous Chef to lead in a vibrant kitchen environment. You will support the Head Chef, oversee kitchen operations, and ensure the highest standards of food quality. This role offers a chance to grow through a Chef Development Programme, with flexible hours and excellent employee benefits. Join a lively team that celebrates diversity and personality.

Benefits

30% off at pubs, restaurants, and hotels

Reliable hours contract

Affordable meal deal on shifts

Flexible working hours

High street discounts and cashback offers

Apprenticeship programmes

Support from Licensed Trade Charity

Qualifications

• Experience as a Commis Chef or in a similar role is essential.
• Willingness to step up when the Head Chef is absent.
• Passion for food and leading a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in running the kitchen effectively.
• Oversee the kitchen team and maintain food quality.
• Contribute to a friendly and lively kitchen atmosphere.

Skills

Branded experience in a similar role

Ability to manage kitchen aspects

Line running during service

Team leadership and development

High standards of food and service

Job description

Overview

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.

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

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.