Kitchen Manager

The People's Pub - Stonegate Group; Darwen; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pub group as Kitchen Manager at The Bridgewater in Darwen. You will oversee kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food safety while developing your team and implementing training opportunities. This position offers a chance to thrive in a supportive environment with various staff benefits.

Benefits

Discounted meals via MiXR App

Stonegate Xtra Rewards for retail discounts

VIP entry to pubs and bars

Hotel discounts

Flexible working hours

Discounted dental insurance

Wagestream access to earned wages

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen management or a similar leadership role.
• Strong food knowledge and skills with up-to-date knowledge of COSHH and health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen team through coaching and training.
• Maintain safety standards and oversee kitchen hygiene and operations.
• Manage scheduling to optimize staff efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Coaching

Team Development

Job description

Kitchen Manager

Bridgewater

Kitchen Manager

We're looking for a skilled Kitchen Manager or Kitchen Team Leader who is ready to take the next step in their career. In this leadership role, you'll play a key part in shaping our kitchen operations, maintaining high standards, supporting and developing the kitchen team at Bridgewater.

As Kitchen Manager you will…

• The ability to support, coach, and mentor your team at Bridgewater

• A high standard of food knowledge and skill

• An up-to-date COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal knowledge

Some of the things you’ll be doing as a Kitchen Manager

• Hiring and onboarding of new team members in an inclusive and welcoming manner.

• Leading, guiding, and developing your kitchen team, ensuring they have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities.

• Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety, creating a safe and organised workspace for all.

• Managing the kitchen schedule to ensure efficient staffing while meeting labour targets.

• Conducting regular stock checks to ensure cost management and meet performance goals.

• Taking a proactive approach to increasing sales and driving growth by fostering strong relationships between kitchen and front-of-house teams.

A little bit about us…

Each pub has its own story, character, and loyal locals, but they all share the same welcoming spirit. Whether it’s top-notch sports screenings, quiz nights, or DJs keeping the party going, there’s always something happening. At most of our pubs, you’ll find proper pub grub – with big, juicy burgers and classic fish and chips being firm favourites. And when it comes to pouring a cracking pint, we’ve got it nailed. We serve up real value, a great atmosphere, and a pub experience that’s worth every penny. The Bridgewater is centrally located in Darwen, close to Blackburn and a short walk from the train station. We are popular with sports fans, particularly when Blackburn is playing, and have the ability to change the atmosphere with effect lighting and music control. We serve food daily and have a late-night trade on Fridays and Saturdays with DJs. Our pub can be used for any occasion booking and has rotating specials and quizzes on Sundays.

What's in it for you?

• Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and ALL your friends across our Managed Estate

• Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers

• VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars

• Stonegate Hotel Discounts

• Flexible working

• David Lloyd Corporate Discount Rates

• Discounted Dental Insurance

• Wagestream – Early access to your earned wages

• Referral scheme of up to £1000 per person

At Stonegate Group, we're proud to be the biggest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues in the United Kingdom. Our leading brands are diverse and well-known, including names like Slug & Lettuce, Be At One and Popworld. Find out more about a career with Stonegate Group at www.stonegatecareers.co.uk

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact Bridgewater directly.

Job Reference: 21061