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Second Chef
Overview

Second Chef
Marston’s is one of the UK’s largest and most beloved pub chains and today, we operate more than 1,400 pubs, bars and hotels.

Now, we’re on the lookout for a skilled and passionate Second Chef to join our busy kitchen team.

Have you got what it takes?
Proactive and passionate, you’ll be comfortable leading the kitchen. You’ll love producing great food quickly, efficiently and perfectly presented. You'll be well organised and enjoy motivating your team.

Perhaps you want to climb the culinary ladder? We’ll support you to complete your Chefs Professional Development training and work towards a Head Chef role where you'll have your very own kitchen

As Second Chef you’ll:

  • Oversee, organise and encourage staff, helping to develop their skills
  • Be accountable for running the line during service
  • Be passionate about maintaining the highest standards of food and service.
  • Work closely with the Head Chef, covering their duties when they are off.

Are we right for you?
From cosy locals to pub restaurants, our Destination businesses serve up an award-winning selection of pub classics and innovative new dishes. What’s more, our impressive drinks portfolio combines well-known brands, like Estrella and Hobgoblin, with outstanding craft ales and beers. Add a dash of our unique Marston’s atmosphere and we have the ingredients to make every visit a fantastic experience for our customers. The same goes for our people and as one of our Second Chefs you’ll find a premium blend of challenge, security and career progression. And whenever you need support or guidance advice from your manager, you’ll find their door is always open.

What you get
At Marston’s we’re one big family. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits including:

  • Reliable hours contract
  • Access to pension scheme
  • Childcare support
  • Award winning training and development

We are looking for someone with experience who is prepared to lead under the supervision of our head chef.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 35-45 per week

Pay: ÂŁ10.50-ÂŁ12.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • On-site parking

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

  • Tips

Work Location: One location

Job Overview

Company The Smuggler's Cove
Location 🇬🇧 Clacton-on-Sea, England
Employment Type Company - Public
Sector General
Compensation ÂŁ11 - ÂŁ13
Date Posted Oct 14, 2026
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