Kitchen Manager (probation period applies)

The People's Pub - Stonegate Group; Basildon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic pub group as a Kitchen Manager at Beehive & The Loft, where you'll lead a talented team and shape kitchen operations. This role involves mentoring staff, upholding food safety standards, and driving customer satisfaction while enjoying perks like discounts and flexible working.

Benefits

25% off food and drink for you and friends

Stonegate Xtra Rewards

VIP entry to pubs and bars

Hotel Discounts

Flexible working

Corporate Discount Rates

Discounted Dental Insurance

Early access to earned wages via Wagestream

Referral scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Up-to-date knowledge of COSHH and H&S regulations.
• Experience supporting, coaching, and mentoring teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen team, ensuring high standards.
• Manage kitchen hygiene and safety compliance.
• Conduct stock checks and maintain cost management.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Leadership

Communication

Job description

Kitchen Manager

Beehive & The Loft

Kitchen Manager

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 Beehive & The Loft.

As Kitchen Manager you will…

• The ability to support, coach, and mentor your team at Beehive & The Loft

• 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…

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 Beehive & The Loft is in a prime location in Basildon, across from the main-line train station, boasting one of the largest beer gardens in town and a great lunch and evening menu for guests. We are a great place to meet friends in a vibrant town setting with a fantastic atmosphere, offering a relaxed lunchtime for that great eat-and-drink venue. We also show live sport all day every day.

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 are diverse and well-known, including names like 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 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 Beehive & The Loft directly.

Job Reference: Kitchen Manager (2 person kitchen with team of 4)