Kitchen Team Member

The People's Pub - Stonegate Group; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub operator in the UK is hiring a Kitchen Team Member to assist in food preparation and maintain high kitchen standards. Ideal candidates are passionate about hospitality, detail-oriented, and eager to learn. Benefits include discounts, flexible scheduling, and access to rewards programs. This role contributes to a vibrant pub atmosphere while delivering quality service.

Benefits

25% off food and drink via MiXR App

Online benefits portal discounts

VIP entry to Pubs and Bars

Stonegate Hotel Discounts

Flexible working

Corporate Discounted Rates at David Lloyd and PureGym

Discounted Dental Insurance

Early access to earned wages

Qualifications

• A passion for Hospitality.
• A willingness to learn new skills every day.
• A keen eye for detail.
• Ability to assist with orders, stock taking, food hygiene.
• Experience to maintain kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with food preparation.
• Produce high-quality dishes consistently.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and hygienic.
• Overseeing deliveries.
• Offer suggestions for kitchen performance.
• Work with the team to achieve targets.

Job description

Kitchen Team Member

Location: Oakwood

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.

Qualifications

• A passion for Hospitality
• A willingness to learn new skills every day
• A keen eye for detail
• The ability to assist the Head Chef with orders, stock taking, food hygiene at Oakwood
• The experience to maintain 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.

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 Oakwood is a fantastic community pub with a large sports area, benefiting from a wide range of facilities, from two pool tables to the quiet restaurant. This pub is always running local events and showing a variety of live acts. We also show a wide variety of football and horse racing.

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 Oakwood directly.

Job Reference: OL1434047 LeiKTM