Kitchen Team Member

Stonegate Group; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25% off food & drinks

VIP pub events access

Flexible working

Discounted corporate rates

Dental insurance discount

Wage access through Stream

Job summary

The William Foster, part of Stonegate Group, is seeking a Kitchen Team Member to support food preparation and delivery in a busy pub kitchen. You will help with orders, stock, and hygiene, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and teamwork.

We value a passion for hospitality, eagerness to learn, and attention to detail. This role offers opportunities to develop culinary skills and be part of a welcoming, community-focused pub team.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or kitchen operations.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to fast-paced environments.
• Ability to assist with orders, stock taking and kitchen hygiene at The William Foster.
• Experience maintaining kitchen equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation.
• Produce high-quality dishes to specification.
• Keep the kitchen clean and hygienic at all times.
• Oversee deliveries and stock checks.
• Offer ideas to improve kitchen performance.
• Work with the team to hit targets.

Skills

Hospitality passion

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Assist Head Chef with orders

Stock taking & hygiene

Maintain kitchen equipment

Job description

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..

Location- The William Foster

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 William Foster
• 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 William Foster is a popular city centre venue close to the High Street and main shopping outlets that offers great food, a wide range of drinks, and a cosy, welcoming atmosphere. With live sport and local guests at the heart of our business, we are the perfect spot for people of all ages and families to enjoy deals on food and drink all day long, seven days a week. We are host to local sports teams and clubs, student socials and parties, and great weekend nights out with our jukebox, pool tables, darts area, and comfy restaurant with something for everyone.

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 William Foster directly.