Kitchen Team Leader

Stonegate Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub operator in Reading is seeking a passionate Kitchen Team Leader to assist in food preparation and supervise the kitchen team. You will play a vital role in maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene, empowering your team and enhancing your career within the hospitality sector. This position offers various benefits and a chance to work in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

25% off food and drink

Online discounts portal

VIP entry to pubs and bars

Hotel discounts

Flexible working

Corporate discount rates

Discounted dental insurance

Early access to earned wages

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in supporting, coaching, and mentoring your team.
• High standard of food knowledge and skill.
• Up-to-date COSHH, Food Safety, H&S knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and collaborate with the Kitchen Manager.
• Produce high-quality dishes consistently to specification.
• Oversee the kitchen team in the absence of the Kitchen Manager.

Skills

Team support and coaching

Food knowledge and skills

COSHH and Food Safety knowledge

Hygiene standards

Job description

Location: The Boundary

Kitchen Team Leader

About Us: Stonegate Group is the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues, with well-loved brands like Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, and Popworld. 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.

The Opportunity

Are you a Kitchen Team Leader or an experienced Kitchen Team Member who is ready to take the next step? As a Kitchen Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in our business success, whilst there will be an opportunity to develop your skills to enhance your career.

Responsibilities

As a Kitchen Team Leader, do you have…

• The ability to assist in supporting, coaching, and mentoring your team
• A high standard of food knowledge and skill
• An up-to-date COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal knowledge
• A willingness to develop on a personal level whilst also helping propel the brigade forward at The Boundary

Some of the things you will be doing as a Kitchen Team Leader:

• Assist in food preparation and collaborate with the Kitchen Manager
• Produce high-quality dishes consistently to specification for our guests
• Oversee and supervise the kitchen team in the absence of the Kitchen Manager
• Assist with stock management, ordering and management of supplies
• Ensure the kitchen is in an excellent, clean and hygienic condition at all times
• Offer suggestions and creative ideas that can improve the kitchen’s performance
• Lead the team to achieve company targets

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 Boundary is located in the heart of Reading City. It is a great place for our guests to stop for a relaxing drink, whether after work or during the weekend, with its superb selection of cask ales and traditional beers and ciders. Our guests can also enjoy great-tasting pub food, including a range of pub classics and delicious burgers. Fantastic sports viewing throughout the pub, so our guests never miss a match.

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
• Stream – Early access to your earned wages

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 The Boundary directly.