Kitchen Manager Kitchen Manager

Stonegate Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Milton Keynes is looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations at Slug And Lettuce. Responsibilities include team leadership, maintaining hygiene standards, and managing schedules. The ideal candidate is skilled in food safety and team mentorship. Competitive benefits include an annual bonus, discounts, and career development programs.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme

Exclusive discounts on Dental Insurance

25% off food and drinks via Reward Card

Early pay access via Stream

High street discounts and offers

Discounted gym membership

Mortgage advice

Car leasing discounts

Refer A Friend incentive

Discounts at Stonegate Hotels

Learning & Development programmes

Qualifications

• Ability to support, coach, and mentor the kitchen team.
• High standard of food knowledge and skill.
• Up-to-date knowledge of COSHH and Food Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Hiring and onboarding new team members.
• Leading, guiding, and developing kitchen team members.
• Maintaining high kitchen hygiene and food safety standards.
• Managing the kitchen schedule for efficient staffing.
• Conducting stock checks to manage costs.

Skills

Team support and coaching

Food knowledge and skills

COSHH and Food Safety knowledge

Job description

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 will play a key part in shaping our kitchen operations, maintaining high standards, supporting and developing the kitchen team at Slug And Lettuce. As Kitchen Manager you will…

Qualifications

• The ability to support, coach, and mentor your team at Slug And Lettuce
• A high standard of food knowledge and skill
• An up-to-date COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal knowledge

Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

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

Be Together. Get Together. Out Together. That's our mantra! We're S&L, where the lushest of eats meet all-time cocktail sensations. But we aren't just about the here and now. We're here for a good time and a long time, because we know all the best moments are the ones to remember. We serve energy and togetherness, and our squad is what makes it all possible. We're after the inclusive, confident, fabulous fun lovers of the world who can slay the game and make S'L THE place to be.

Benefits

• 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
• Discounted access to David Lloyd membership
• 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 Slug And Lettuce directly.