Sous Chef

Marston's PLC; Telford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in the UK is looking for a Sous Chef to assist the Head Chef in all kitchen operations. This role includes managing service, developing team skills, and maintaining high standards of food quality. The Sous Chef will have opportunities for career progression through the Chef Development Programme. Competitive hourly wage and a range of perks included.

Benefits

30% off at all pubs and restaurants

Reliable hours contract

£4.50 meal deal on shift

Flexible scheduling

Apprenticeship programs

Financial well-being support

Performance-related bonuses

Long service rewards

Employee discount on food and hotel stays

Qualifications

• Experience as a Commis Chef or in a similar branded role is essential.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations effectively.
• Passionate about food and service quality.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations.
• Run the kitchen line during service hours.
• Develop kitchen team skills and maintain food standards.

Skills

Branded kitchen experience

Team management

Food standards maintenance

Job description

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!

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.

Up to £13.00 per hour, 30 hrs per week. Reliable hours contract. CDP for career progression to Head Chef. Privilege card discount. Marston's Rewards.

Benefits

• 30% off at all our pubs, restaurants, and hotels.
• A reliable hours contract.
• 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.
• Accommodation – optional on‑site accommodation for our pub management roles.
• Being part of a company named as one of the UK's Top 100 employers and #1 in the pub sector for 2025 in the Financial Times UK's Best Employers list.
• Performance‑related bonus schemes. For our support centre teams, we offer a discretionary company bonus scheme.
• Competitive salaries and opportunity to earn a great wage whilst having fun at work.
• Long service rewards with awards for key anniversary milestones.
• Privilege card gives 30% discount off food and drink in our pubs.
• £4.50 refuel at work meal deal whilst on shift.
• Company contributory pension scheme for all salaried roles.
• Auto enrolment schemes for hourly paid roles.
• Private healthcare scheme available for some roles.
• High street discounts and online cash back offers available for all.
• Employee discount of 30% on Marston's food and hotel stays.
• Extensive apprenticeship offer, dedicated L&D teams, and award-winning e-learning platforms.