Assistant Kitchen Manager

Britannia; Marlow; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run business in Marlow is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager. You will be responsible for delivering quality food and managing stock, while supporting the Head Chef. The role offers a competitive salary up to £32,041 and excellent training through a development program. Previous kitchen experience is essential, along with a passion for food and team development.

Benefits

Achievable bonus scheme

Shift flexibility

Great live-in accommodation

Family-friendly policies

60% discount on meals when working

25% discount on food for you and friends

Full chef uniform provided

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a busy kitchen is essential.
• Keen to develop and take on responsibility.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food to company standards and exceed guest expectations.
• Manage food stock control including ordering and wastage control.
• Support the Head Chef in kitchen operations.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety compliance

Stock control

Team training and development

Job description

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Assistant Kitchen Manager

Location: Britannia, Marlow

Salary: Up to £32,041 per annum depending on experience

Employment type: Full time

If your ambition is to build a career in a long-established, successful family-run business where guests come first and quality is paramount, come and join us as an Assistant Kitchen Manager. We’re independent, believe in investing in the future, and love home-grown talent. We treat all our people like part of the family – you’ll be respected, trained, coached, and encouraged to grow in confidence to achieve more than you thought possible.

About the Role:

As an Assistant Kitchen Manager at Chicken & Grill pubs, part of the McMullen’s family, you will be passionate about delivering delicious, fresh rotisserie chicken, chargrilled meats, and pub classics. We offer:

• A competitive salary
• An achievable bonus scheme
• Shift flexibility
• Contracted 45 hours per week
• Great live-in accommodation (if required)
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• A share of gratuities
• 60% discounted meals when working
• 25% discount on food and 20% off drinks for you and friends on your day off
• Training and career development through McMullen’s GROW Programme
• A progressive company that values its people
• Full chef uniform provided

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering the food concept to company standards and exceeding guest expectations
• Managing food stock control, including ordering, deliveries, stock taking, and wastage control
• Supporting the Head Chef in kitchen operations and deputising in their absence
• Training and developing the kitchen team to reach their potential
• Ensuring Food Safety and Health & Safety compliance in line with legal and company policies

Previous experience in a busy kitchen is essential. You should be keen to develop, willing to take responsibility, and able to remain calm under pressure.

Salary range: £31,004 - £32,041 (live out)