Kitchen Manager / Head Chef Designate

Toby Carvery - Hoole Village; Hoole Village; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Toby Carvery - Hoole Village as a Head Chef in Training. Based in your district, you’ll build and lead a kitchen to the ‘Mitchells & Butlers’way, with training to be in your own kitchen within 6 months. Drive teams, deliver high‑quality food, manage ordering, stock, and hygiene while supporting business growth.

We offer a clear path into head chef responsibilities, with benefits and a culture that cares about guests, team development and a strong community within Mitchells & Butlers.

Qualifications

• Be a seasoned pro in leading a team and developing a business.
• Experience as a commercial catering manager, school kitchen manager, care home head chef, sous chef or related managerial role.
• Be able to drive to support the district while training.

Responsibilities

• Across your 6 months of training, we will give you the tools to become a Head Chef who will lead.
• Train and inspire your team to consistently deliver high‑quality food to be proud of.
• Be driven to smash targets with your team driving sales and guest satisfaction.
• Manage food ordering, food preparation and stock control.
• Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Business development

Driving

Job description

Do you have experience of leading a team to success in the kitchen and fancy making a move? Or maybe you fancy bringing your kitchen management skills to the pub and restaurant business.

Based within a district you will need to drive and have access to your own vehicle. With the support of your district armed with a training plan you will grow your team and smash your targets.

When you become Head Chef in Training, you’ll learn how to build a kitchen to be proud of the ‘Mitchells & Butlers’ way. You'll be ready to go in no time. Most of our Head Chefs in Training are in their own kitchen within 6 months.

Join us at Toby Carvery, they don’t call us the ‘home of the roast’ for nothing! Our Toby Carvery family make every visit personal; we love having fun and we truly care about making great memories for our guests. If you love Yorkies as much as we do, we want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• The opportunity to take the next step in your career, where you will learn from some of the best in the industry.
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family.
• Discounts on gym memberships
• Health & Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure and always smiling
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard!

On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 25 days paid holiday; high‑street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT DO I NEED?

You’ll…

• Be a seasoned pro in leading a team and developing a business.
• You may be currently working as a commercial catering manager, school kitchen manager, care home head chef, sous chef, deputy kitchen manager or the manager of an independent business or equivalent.
• Be able to drive, in order to support business in your district whilst training.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

• Across your 6 months of training, we will give you the tools to become a Head Chef who will...
• Trainand inspire your team to consistently deliver high-quality food to be proud of.
• Be driven to smash targets with your team driving sales and guest satisfaction.
• Manage food ordering, food preparation and stock control.
• Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations.

At M&B we value the unique perspectives each person brings. We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and allyship, we create a sense of belonging, engagement and team work which are essential to delivering great guest experiences.Join us and be a part of a great team.