Kitchen Team Member

Finance - FP&A Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reward Card

VIP entry

Flexible working

Hotel discounts

Dental insurance

Stream wage access

Job summary

Slug And Lettuce in Southampton is seeking a Kitchen Team Member to support food preparation, assist the Head Chef, and help maintain high kitchen standards. The role offers exposure to fast-paced hospitality operations and opportunities to develop culinary and team skills.

You will be involved in stock management, hygiene, and collaborating with colleagues to deliver quality dishes and guest experiences in a busy pub setting.

Qualifications

• Passion for hospitality and customer service.
• Willingness to learn new skills daily and adapt to busy environments.
• Keen eye for detail and quality in food preparation and plating.
• Ability to assist the Head Chef with orders, stock taking and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and cooking to spec.
• Produce high-quality dishes consistently for guests.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen environment at all times.
• Oversee deliveries and stock handling to keep supplies in check.
• Suggest ideas to improve kitchen performance and teamwork to hit targets.

Skills

Hospitality passion

Willing to learn

Attention to detail

Assist Head Chef

Food hygiene

Stock taking

Job description

Location- Slug And Lettuce

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 Slug And Lettuce
• 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…

Be Together. Get Together. Out Together. That’s our mantra! We’re S&L, where the lushest of eats meet all-time cocktail sensations. But we aren’t just about the here and now. We’re here for a good time and a long time, because we know all the best moments are the ones to remember. We serve energy and togetherness, and our squad is what makes it all possible. We’re after the inclusive, confident, fabulous fun lovers of the world who can slay the game and make S&L THE place to be. Slug & Lettuce, Southampton is a relaxing haven in the bustling high street. All the options are covered, from a quick lunch to a relaxed evening dinner. We are popular for cocktails at the weekends and can even offer a cocktail masterclass!

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 Slug And Lettuce directly.