Lead Kitchen Manager - Inspire Team & Elevate Cuisine

Cuckoo; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Paid qualifications

33% brand discount

Friends & family discount

Gym memberships

Health & dental plans

Pension

25 days holiday

Free shares

Job summary

Mitchells & Butlers is seeking a Head Chef for the Cuckoo within the Vintage Inns collection. You will lead a kitchen team, drive high standards, and ensure every dish meets the brand’s quality. This on-site role sits in a pub environment rich in heritage and a warm guest experience.

You’ll manage food ordering, stock, and hygiene while mentoring your team to achieve targets and guest satisfaction. A strong emphasis on safety, training, and consistent service is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced pub or restaurant environment.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations and food hygiene.
• Ability to manage food stock, ordering and menu execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a kitchen team to deliver consistently high-quality dishes.
• Drive sales and guest satisfaction through menu execution and team performance.
• Oversee food ordering, prep, stock control, and hygiene compliance.

Job description

Mitchells & Butlers is seeking a Head Chef for the Cuckoo within the Vintage Inns collection. You will lead a kitchen team, drive high standards, and ensure every dish meets the brand’s quality. This on-site role sits in a pub environment rich in heritage and a warm guest experience.

You’ll manage food ordering, stock, and hygiene while mentoring your team to achieve targets and guest satisfaction. A strong emphasis on safety, training, and consistent service is essential for success.