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Sous Chef – Bathampton Mill (Premium Country Pubs)
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As a Sous Chef at our stunning location, Bathampton Mill, you’ll thrive on crafting exceptional dining experiences, fostering a high-performing team, and ensuring every guest receives a smile-inducing experience. You’ll manage a kitchen section, uniting your team as a cohesive force—and step in confidently as the temporary lead when the Head Chef isn’t present. Is this how you’d like to spend your days?
Stand out at Premium Country Pubs, where beautiful spaces, premiere drinks, and all-day honest-to-goodness country pubs blend to create something extraordinary. If you’re driven by premium values across food, drink, and service, you belong here.
This role includes free onsite accommodation, adding convenience and comfort to your professional journey.
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What’s in it for me?
- Flexible shifts – tailored to fit your lifestyle and commitments.
- 33% discount across all of our brands, ensuring date nights at Miller & Carter or family roasts at Toby Carvery are always affordable.
- 20% discount on food, drinks, and experiences for friends and family.
- Paid training and qualifications – invest in yourself while earning.
- Career progression is built-in: On average, 200 Chefs annually grow into Head Chef roles.
- Discounted gym memberships to keep you in top culinary shape.
- Vibrant team socials – because work-life balance is active in our values, not just words.
As part of Mitchells & Butlers, you’ll also receive:
- A competitive pension scheme
- 28 days paid holiday
- VIP high-street shopping discounts
- Free shares (our exclusive employee benefit)
- A 24/7 employee helpline for stress-free support when life gets hard.


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What will I be doing?
As the Sous Chef, you’ll be at the heart of the kitchen, driving and leading with energy:
- Crush team targets – meet deadlines and exceed service standards.
- Train and inspire a motivated kitchen team to deliver culinary excellence.
- Support the Head Chef with food ordering, prepping, stock control, and menu consistency.
- Master branded menu execution – authentically representing our premium identity every day.
- Confidently manage Sous Chefs and the wider kitchen team with authority.
- Maintain strict health and hygiene regulations, adhering to the highest standards.
At Mitchells & Butlers, we cultivate a culture of support, value, and teamwork—encouraging everyone to be their best authentic selves. Together, we’ll ensure every guest feels truly welcome and well-nourished.
Don’t let a missing CV stop you—apply now and let us discover your potential!
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