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Sous Chef
About the Role: Sous Chef at The Marlborough
About Us
Located close to Richmond Hill with stunning views of the River Thames and Richmond Park, The Marlborough is a gastro pub at the heart of the community. Known for our expansive pub garden and beautiful dining room, we offer an exciting seasonal menu, a premium drinks range, and cocktails served in a professional yet relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We pride ourselves on excellence in everything we deliver. Here, we seek passionate individuals who love food, drink, and service and wish to join our tight-knit team.
We prioritise career growth and offer exceptional development opportunities for employees who share our passion. Our management team is committed to nurturing talent, and there are strong career pathways available within Young’s—whether reaching higher roles at The Marlborough or moving to other establishments across our estate.
What We Offer You: À la Carte Benefits
- *Access to our Sous Chef – Head Chef Development Programme: Most of our Head Chefs are handpicked from within.
- Creative autonomy: Have the freedom to design your own daily menus and specials alongside your Head Chef.
- Apprenticeship Scheme: Earn a nationally recognised kitchen qualification with our structured programme.
- Access to regular culinary masterclasses & training days to refine your skills.
- Fitness perks: Enjoy free meals while on duty.
- Staff discounts: 20% off dining and drinks across all Young’s pubs and hotels.
- Employee perks: Participation in our Share Save Scheme.
- Security & savings: Access to a pension scheme.
- Work-life balance: 28 days’ holiday entitlement per year.
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Key Responsibilities
As our Sous Chef, you will:
Culinary Leadership & Execution
- Champion exceptional quality foodservice and cultivate a warm environment where guests feel valued.
- Lead a team of kitchen staff with strong communication skills—mentor, train, and ensure reliable operational standards.
- Collaborate with your Head Chef to innovate and develop new dishes for menus and daily specials, showcasing your culinary vision.
- Ensure seamless kitchen workflow: manage staff rosters, training schedules, and health & safety compliance.
- Work closely with the front-of-house team to optimise service efficiency and boost sales.
Operations & Growth
- Master budget control, effectively managing labor costs and crunch (Cost of Goods Sold).
- Implement strategic initiatives to drive sales and operational growth while maintaining a guest-driven atmosphere.
- Maintain high standards for chef safety, food hygiene, and service consistency.
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Requirements
We’re looking for a seasoned Sous Chef (or Senior Chef Development Programme graduate) with:
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Proven leadership in food production; a proven track record of delivering high-quality dining.
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Passion for mentoring and team development—balancing creativity with precision in dynamic kitchens.
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Strong organisational skills—impeccable time management to cover multiple shifts smoothly.
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A hands-on attitude—roll up sleeves to contribute across all kitchen roles (not just supervisory).
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Personal attributes: Pragmatic problem-solving, positive attitude, clean jurisprudence, time-keeping.
Why Join Young’s?
- Apprenticeships: Earn while you’re trained, unlocking a nationally recognised certificate.
- Vital opportunities: Growth from Sous Chef to Head Chef with in-house development avenues.
- Staff atmosphere: Join a team that cultivates an exclusive pub experience in a stunning location.
Ready to make an impression? Apply now to be part of our thriving Young’s family.
Essential Skills
- Menu development
- Food preparation & techniques
- Food and kitchen safety compliance
- Safe food handling (HACCP & SafeToWork certification)
Note: All roles subject to eligibility requirements. Tax-free salary packaging available for eligible positions.
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