Line Chef
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Position Overview & Specifications
Line 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 an organised and enthusiastic Line Chef to join our busy kitchen team.
Have you got what it takes?
Proactive and positive, you’ll be at home in the hustle and bustle of a busy kitchen. Whether you’re prepping for the next service, or plating up delicious food, everything you do will keep our customers coming back for more. Want to climb the culinary ladder? We’ll support you to complete your Chefs Professional Development training and work towards a Head Chef role.
As a Line Chef you’ll:
- Be passionate about food
- Learn about the kitchen areas
- Keep all areas of the kitchen clean and free of clutter
- Play an important part in a well-oiled, close-knit team
- Receive formal training
Are we right for you?
From cosy locals to bustling 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 Line Chefs you’ll find a premium blend of challenge, security and career progression.
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
- Flexible and part time hours
- Access to pension scheme
- Childcare support
- Award winning training and development
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 30 per week
Salary: £22,880.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bridgend: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Kitchen: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Line Chef roles across The Cherry Laurel's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,880 - £28,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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