Kitchen Team Member

Great Local Pubs - Stonegate Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MiXR App 25% off food & drink

VIP pub entries

Stonegate Xtra Rewards

Hotel discounts

Flexible working

Dental insurance

Earned wage access

Job summary

The Merchant in Leeds is seeking a Kitchen Team Member to support busy kitchen operations. You will assist with food preparation, maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and help with orders, stock taking and deliveries in a friendly pub environment.

Join Stonegate Group's The Merchant and contribute to delivering great pub food, great service, and an inviting atmosphere for locals and visitors alike.

Qualifications

• A passion for hospitality.
• Willingness to learn new skills daily.
• Keen eye for detail.
• Ability to assist Head Chef with orders, stock taking and food hygiene.
• Experience maintaining kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Hospitality passion

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Assist head chef

Kitchen equipment maintenance

Job description

Location- The Merchant

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’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 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 The Merchant
• 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‑not… 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 Merchant, Leeds, is a great local pub offering an excellent selection of food and drink for our guests to enjoy in comfortable surroundings. Our traditional pub food is great, and we also offer daily deals on drinks. The Merchant is the local's favourite for a refreshing pint and a relaxing evening.

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 The Merchant directly.