Kitchen Team Member

Plough; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off

Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online portal

VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars

Stonegate Hotel Discounts

Flexible working

Corporate Discounted Rates at David L​

Discounted Dental Insurance

Stream – Early access to earned wages

Job summary

The Plough in Ipswich, part of the Stonegate Group, is hiring a Kitchen Team Member to support daily food preparation and maintain high hygiene standards. You will assist the Head Chef with orders, stock checks and delivering great guest experiences in a busy pub kitchen.

This role suits someone passionate about hospitality who wants to learn, stay detail-oriented, and grow with a supportive team. We offer flexible working, staff discounts, and access to Stonegate rewards and wage advances.

Qualifications

• As Kitchen Team Member, demonstrate passion for hospitality with a willingness to learn new skills daily.
• Show keen attention to detail and keep a clean, hygienic kitchen at all times.
• Assist Head Chef with orders, stock checks, and food hygiene standards in Plough.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and cooking to the required specifications.
• Produce high-quality dishes consistently for guests.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and hygienic at all times.
• Oversee deliveries and stock management as needed.
• Offer ideas to improve kitchen performance and teamwork.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve targets and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Hospitality passion

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

Kitchen equipment maintenance

Job description

Location- Plough

Kitchen Team Member

About Us

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’ve 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 Member or a Kitchen Porter who is ready to take the next step? As a Kitchen Team Member you will play a pivotal role in our business success whilst developing the skills to enhance your career.

As a Kitchen Team Member, do you have…

• A passion for Hospitality
• A willingness to learn new skills everyday
• A keen eye for detail
• The ability to assist the Head Chef with orders, stock taking, food hygiene at Plough
• The experience to maintain kitchen equipment

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

• Assisting with food preparation.
• Produce high-quality dishes consistently to specification for our guests.
• Ensure the kitchen is in an excellent, clean and hygienic condition at all times.
• Overseeing deliveries.
• Offer suggestions and creative ideas that can improve the kitchen’s performance.
• Work with the team to achieve company targets.

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 Plough in Ipswich is a traditional city centre pub, ideal for our guests to enjoy a quiet drink, a business lunch, or simply somewhere to relax after work. There is a large split‑level main bar with a separate restaurant, patio, and other seating areas. We are also extremely popular with football supporters on match days.

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
• Corporate Discounted Rates at David Lloyd and PureGym
• 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 Plough directly.