Sous Chef

Spread Eagle (3494); Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant pub in Stafford seeks a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. You will manage kitchen operations, maintain high food standards, and help develop your team. This role offers opportunities for career progression through their Chef Development Programme, competitive benefits, and a lively working environment.

Benefits

30% off at all pubs and hotels

Reliable hours contract

£4.50 meal deal on shift

Flexible part-time hours

Apprenticeship programmes available

Access to Licensed Trade Charity

Qualifications

• Experience in a branded kitchen or as a Commis Chef.
• Proven ability to oversee kitchen operations.
• Skills in training and developing kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in managing kitchen aspects.
• Run the kitchen line during service.
• Encourage and develop kitchen team skills.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Passion for Cooking

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:

• 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
• Be 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:

• 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.