It's time to turn up the heat! Turn your hand to new skills or showcase existing ones. In our kitchens you'll be part of a team that is obsessed with creating great experiences for our guests. Our kitchen is where it's at: Proactive and passionate, you'll be comfortable leading by example in our kitchen. You'll master pub classics that are produced quickly, efficiently and presented perfectly, ensuring our guests keep coming back for me. As a Sous Chef (or as we call them here at Marston's, Second Chef) you'll: Be right in on the action in our buzzing kitchen, working closely with Head Chef - covering their responsibilities when they are off. You'll also -
* Oversee, organise, and encourage the kitchen team - helping to develop their skills
* Be accountablefor running the line during service
* Be passionate about maintaining the highest standards of food and service
What comes next is up to you: Perhaps you want to climb the culinary ladder? We'll support you to complete your Chef development programme with the end goal of becoming a Head Chef and having your very own kitchen and team.
What you get from us: At Marston's we're one big family. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:
* 20% 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
* Online discounts and cashback at popular retailers through our Marston's Rewards platform
* Scope to build your career and progress through our training and Apprenticeship programmes (including access to our innovative app).
* 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.
The benefits Wellbeing As a responsible employer, we offer professional wellbeing support to our pub and pub support centre teams including support from the Licenced Trade Charity. Accommodation The majority of our pub General Manager roles include optional on-site accommodation. Award winning Proud winners of The Publican Awards 2024 - Top Pub Employer (501+ employees) as well as a number of awards across a variety of disciplines. Bonus Our pub management, operations and sales roles offer performance related bonus schemes. For our support centre teams, we offer a discretionary company bonus scheme. Competitive salaries Opportunity to earn a great wage whilst having fun at work. Long service We reward loyalty with awards for key anniversary milestones. Food and drink Our privilege card gives our people 30% discount off food and drink in our pubs. As well as access to our £4.50 refuel at work meal deal whilst on shift. Pension scheme All our salaried roles offer membership to a company contributory pension scheme. Hourly paid roles offer auto enrolment schemes. Private healthcare Some of our roles offer access to a private healthcare scheme. High street discount An exciting range of high street, online discounts and cash back offers are available for all. Employee discount All of our employees receive a 30% discount on Marston's food and hotel stays. Training and development We're passionate about growing our own talent through an extensive apprenticeship offer, dedicated L&D teams, and award winning e-learning platforms. Sous Chef FAQ's How do I become a Head Chef at Marston's? We have a variety of career pathways available at Marston's and your line manager & our support teams work with you on an individual basis to put personal development plans in place to help you achieve your career goals. How much can I get paid? Our hourly rates & salaries are dependent on the role. Please see our job adverts for the pay rates on offer or chat to our hiring managers for more information. What are my main responsibilities? Assist in managing all aspects of the kitchen ensuring the business is safe & compliant at all times.