Sous Chef, Derby

Marston's PLC; Derby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is seeking a Sous Chef to join their team. This role involves managing kitchen operations, mentoring staff, and maintaining high food quality standards. Candidates should have previous experience and a passion for culinary excellence, with opportunities for career growth within the Chef Development Programme.

Benefits

30% off at all pubs, restaurants, and hotels.

A reliable hours contract.

Meal deal option for £4.50.

Flexible and part-time hours.

Online discounts and cashback offers.

Apprenticeship programmes.

Friendly and lively atmosphere.

Access to Licensed Trade Charity support.

Qualifications

• Previous branded experience in a similar role or as an experienced Commis Chef.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing all aspects of the kitchen.
• Run the line during service.
• Oversee and encourage the kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Passion for Food

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.
• 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.