Mitchells & Butlers PLC
Junior Sous Chef
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Junior Sous Chef
Junior Sous Chef at Golden Heart • Premium Country Pubs
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About the Role
As a Junior Sous Chef at Golden Heart, you’ll blend passion for premium food, team leadership, and guest delight. You’ll run your own kitchen section, ensuring flawless execution while nurturing your team to work as a cohesive unit. Your role spans from upholding brand standards to developing management skills—because here, every dish and every moment matters.
Do these values resonate with you? ✔ Crafting exceptional experiences through food and service ✔ Inspiring teams to deliver their absolute best ✔ Leaving guests smiling with unforgettable hospitality
What’s in it for you?
Work-Life Balance & Incentives
- Flexible shifts—tailored to your lifestyle, because your time matters.
- 33% discount across all Premium Country Pubs brands, from intimate fine dining at Miller & Carter to hearty roasts at Toby Carvery.
- 20% discount for friends and family—because we love sharing great food (and savings)!
- Wagestream—earn and access your pay when you need it, be it for rent, bills, or splurges.
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Growth & Career Opportunities
- Paid-for qualifications to sharpen your skills and advance your career.
- Average annual promotion: 200 Chefs progress to Head Chef—with M&B’s clear development pathway, your future is within reach.
- Free employee share scheme—own a piece of the business you’re proud to work for.
Wellbeing & Recognition
- 28 days paid holiday—time to recharge in some of the UK’s most stunning locations.
- Team Socials—because we believe work should also be fun! (Think pub crawls, team challenges, and celebrating milestones together.)
- Free employee helpline—confidential support for anything life throws your way.
- Network discounts across high-street stores (think £££ off Your Fitness Box, Argos, or John Lewis).
- Pension contributions—securing your future, one delicious meal at a time.
Responsibilities: your core focus as Junior Sous Chef
- Champion brand standards: Ensure every dish reflects Golden Heart’s commitment to quality and consistency.
- Precision in the kitchen:
- Cook to spec, adhering to brand targets and guest expectations.
- Maintain stock control and ordering—efficiency is key to smooth operations.
- Lead your team with confidence:
- Take ownership of your kitchen section like a seasoned leader.
- Uplift and support your team to deliver top-tier standards on every shift.
- Develop leadership skills: Mentor junior colleagues while honing your own expertise.
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Our Way of Working
At Mitchells & Butlers, we thrive when our people feel: ✅ Supported—with training, tools, and an open-door policy. ✅ Valued—because your hard work and ideas make a difference. ✅ Authentic—bring your whole self to work; we’re inclusive and respect the individual. ✅ Connected—part of a family that cheers your wins and tackles challenges together.
Your role as a Junior Sous Chef isn’t just about dishes—it’s about creating magic. Every time a team collaborates seamlessly, or a guest leaves delighted, you’re the heart of it.
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