Kitchen manager

J D Wetherspoon; Largs; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progression and development to run own

Free food during shifts

20% off food, drink and hotel when not

Paid Holiday

Free Shares

Job summary

JD Wetherspoon in Largs is seeking a Kitchen Manager for The Paddle Steamer pub. You will lead kitchen operations, ensure food quality and safety, and support the pub manager in daily operations.

The role offers a salary of £30,404 plus up to 25% bonus, with a 40-hour week and flexible shift patterns. Benefits include free meals during shifts, staff discounts, paid holidays and a shares scheme.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate should be fun, enthusiastic, confident and passionate about hospitality.
• Willingness to work hard, stay organized and lead a kitchen team.
• Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage kitchen operations in the pub.
• Support the pub manager in day-to-day running of the site.
• Ensure 10 minute service aims are met while delivering hot, quality food.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and cleanliness.
• Motivate and develop kitchen team members.

Job description

Job Ref

662693

Job Title

Kitchen manager

Pub

The Paddle Steamer, Largs

Salary

£30,404

Closing Date

29-08-2026

Vacancy Description

The ideal candidate

We want fun, enthusiastic, confident and passionate people who are not afraid of hard work. We recruit our team for their personality and as a uk top employer with an award winning training program we know we can teach anyone the skills to succeed.

What`s in it for you?

Benefits

• Progression and development opportunities for you to run your own pub
• Free food whilst working and 20% off on food, drink and hotel accommodation whilst not at work
• Paid Holiday
• Free Shares

At JD Wetherspoon we like to keep it simple, and our kitchen managers are critical in delivering our company standards in their kitchens whilst keeping our customers as the number one priority. You will have a big part to play in running your own kitchen in one of our pubs whilst also supporting your pub manager in the day-to-day running of the pub.

As part of the management team you will have to work hard, maintain our standards and cleanliness in your kitchen, be organized and keep our brilliant team members motivated. Our mission is for all of our customers to receive hot, quality food within our 10 minute service aim and you will be at the forefront of delivering this aim. Of course there will be a lot for you to learn but we are confident with the right attitude, commitment and training you will have the opportunity to succeed.

We open our doors early in the morning and sometimes don`t close them until late at night, so we offer great flexibility. Working for wetherspoon is rewards, and our team our consistently maintaining our high standing and 5 star health and safety rating but with the right attitude we know you can climb our career ladder even higher pretty quickly!

Pay: from £30,404 plus up to 25% bonus and other great benefits

Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome.

When you`re at work, we want you to feel comfortable being yourself. Whatever your background, preferences or beliefs, we`ll ensure that you have the skills and knowledge you need for a great career with us.

If a high number of applications is received, this vacancy may close early.

Hours Per Week

40

Monday Hours

Flexible

Tuesday Hours

Flexible

Wednesday Hours

Flexible

Thursday Hours

Flexible

Friday Hours

Flexible

Saturday Hours

Flexible

Sunday Hours

Flexible