Sous Chef, Blackburn

Marston's PLC; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Marston's PLC is seeking a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations in a vibrant setting. You'll work closely with the Head Chef, ensuring high-quality food service while mentoring the kitchen team. This role offers a supportive atmosphere and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

30% off at all pubs, restaurants, and hotels

Reliable hours contract

£4.50 meal deal option

Flexible hours

High street and online discounts

Apprenticeship programmes

Access to Licensed Trade Charity

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or experienced Commis Chef needed.
• Ability to run the kitchen during service is crucial.
• Passionate about high standards in food and service.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in managing all kitchen aspects.
• Oversee and develop kitchen team skills.
• Ensure hot, quality food is presented at the pass.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Passion for food

Education

Previous branded experience

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: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 encouragethe kitchen team - helping to develop their skills
• Be passionateabout 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.