Sous Chef: Lead a Dynamic Kitchen & Master Steak Craft

Mitchells & Butlers PLC; Bursledon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Staff discounts

Wagestream

Qualifications funding

Career progression

Gym discounts

Team socials

Job summary

Mitchells & Butlers PLC is seeking a Sous Chef for Miller & Carter - Southampton to lead a busy kitchen and drive exceptional guest experiences. You will manage a section, train staff, and support the Head Chef with ordering, prep and stock control while upholding brand standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, food safety, and delivering consistent quality in a branded menu environment, with opportunities for progression within the group.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or similar leadership role in a busy kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to train and develop junior kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead a kitchen section and ensure team works as one.
• Train and inspire the team to deliver high‑quality food.
• Assist Head Chef with ordering, prep and stock control.
• Manage branded menu execution and maintain standards.
• Oversee hygiene and safety compliance across the kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Stock control

Job description

Mitchells & Butlers PLC is seeking a Sous Chef for Miller & Carter - Southampton to lead a busy kitchen and drive exceptional guest experiences. You will manage a section, train staff, and support the Head Chef with ordering, prep and stock control while upholding brand standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, food safety, and delivering consistent quality in a branded menu environment, with opportunities for progression within the group.