Kitchen Manager

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

Job summary

A leading pub operator in Glasgow is seeking a Kitchen Manager for The Bank Cafe. The successful candidate will lead the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of hygiene and food safety. Ideal candidates will have strong food knowledge, experience in coaching team members, and legal compliance expertise. This role offers opportunities for team development and includes an annual bonus scheme, discounts, and training programs, making it a rewarding career step in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme

Dental Insurance discounts

25% off food and drinks

Access to early pay via Stream

High street discounts

Discounted gym rates

Mortgage advice

Refer A Friend incentive

Discount at Stonegate Hotels

Learning & Development programs

Qualifications

• Ability to support, coach, and mentor kitchen team.
• High standard of food knowledge and skill.
• Up-to-date knowledge of legal and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Hire and onboard new team members.
• Guide and develop kitchen team with training.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and food safety.

Skills

Coaching and mentoring

Food safety knowledge

COSHH knowledge

Job description

Kitchen Manager

The Bank Cafe

About Us

Stonegate Group is the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues, including Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, and Popworld, to name a few. We’re proud of our diverse portfolio and deeply committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality in all its forms—including neurodiversity. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive.

The Opportunity

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 The Bank Cafe.

As Kitchen Manager you will

• The ability to support, coach, and mentor your team at The Bank Cafe
• 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.

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 Bank Cafe Bar is an elegant, traditional bar and restaurant located on the outskirts of Glasgow. Ideal for a quiet drink, delicious bite to eat, a great night out, or simply somewhere to relax after work. The Bank is a firm local favourite.

What makes Stonegate a great place to work?

• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Exclusive discounts on Dental Insurance
• Reward Card via the MiXR app, giving you and your friends 25% off food and drinks as well as VIP entry across our Managed Estate
• Access to your pay early via Stream
• The Stonegate Xtra portal with access to a wide range of high street discounts and offers
• Corporate Discounted Rates at David Lloyd and PureGym
• Mortgage advise via Charles Cameron
• Additional discounts for personal car leasing
• Up to £1000 “Refer A Friend” incentive
• Additional discount at Stonegate Hotels
• Award winning Learning & Development programmes to drive your career

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 The Bank Cafe directly.

Job Reference: GT1475043GlaKM