Kitchen Manager

Social Squirrel; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant pub in Leeds seeks a skilled Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team at Bowers Tap. In this role, you will ensure high standards of food safety, mentor staff, and manage kitchen operations efficiently. Join a dynamic environment where you can thrive and make a difference.

Benefits

25% off food and drink

Online benefits portal discounts

VIP entry to Pubs and Bars

Hotel Discounts

Flexible working

Corporate Discount Rates

Discounted Dental Insurance

Early access to earned wages

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management or team leadership.
• Up-to-date knowledge of COSHH and Food Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support and mentor kitchen team members.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety.
• Manage kitchen schedule and conduct stock checks.

Skills

Coaching

Food Knowledge

Health & Safety Knowledge

Job description

Kitchen Manager

Bowers Tap

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 Bowers Tap.

As Kitchen Manager you will…

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

• 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…

At Social Pub and Kitchen, we pride ourselves on being individually crafted and hero great experiences at any time of the day or night. We tailor to our diverse range of guests, and our teams create the perfect place to socialise with friends, whether that be for Bottomless Brunch, sport or to join us for a great night out. Each venue is different and has its own unique identity, and this is something we celebrate in our teams too. We need our team to engage confidently with our guests, have a passion for great beer, cocktails, and sport. If it's live, it’s on, and we are the place to watch it. The Bower's Tap is situated conveniently near Leeds Central Station. The Bowers Tap is a fantastic traditional pub with something for everyone. It is a perfect venue for our guests to enjoy a spot of lunch in the daytime, after-work drinks, or a perfect place to start their weekend, offering a lively atmosphere on Friday and Saturday nights. We've got great sports viewing facilities with our 2 big screens and 11 other screens around the pub.

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 include 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 during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids, or adaptations can be arranged. Please contact Bowers Tap directly.