Kitchen Manager - Hertfordshire
Kitchen Manager
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. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive..
Were looking for a skilled Kitchen Manager or Kitchen Team Leader who is ready to take the next step in their career. In this leadership role, youll play a key part in shaping our kitchen operations, maintaining high standards, supporting and developing the kitchen team at The Waterside Inn.
As Kitchen Manager you will …
The ability to support, coach, and mentor your team at The Waterside Inn
A high standard of food knowledge and skill
An up-to-date COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal knowledge
Some of the things you’ll be doing as a Kitchen Manager
Leading, guiding, and developing your kitchen team, ensuring they have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities.
Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety, creating a safe and organised workspace for all.
Managing the kitchen schedule to ensure efficient staffing while meeting labour targets.
Conducting regular stock checks to ensure cost management and meet performance goals.
Taking a proactive approach to increasing sales and driving growth by fostering strong relationships between kitchen and front-of-house teams.
Were a small batch of handpicked locals – your home for British hospitality. Regardless of the occasion, we’re here to serve great-tasting food and drink, with our guests at the heart of everything we do. As the name suggests, The Waterside Inn is a charming traditional pub perched on the edge of the River Lea in Ware. Our beautiful location makes us the perfect spot for a relaxing drink taking in the river views, with a wide range of cask and craft ales, wines, spirits and crafted cocktails to choose from. For something a little more indulgent, our extensive food menu boasts everything from Sunday roasts to seasonal specials and heart warming desserts.
That’s why we’re committed to supporting the health, happiness, and overall wellbeing of every team member. From mental health resources to lifestyle perks and flexible support, our benefits are designed to help you thrive, both in and out of work.
Annual Bonus Scheme
Exclusive discounts on Dental Insurance
Reward Card via the MiXR app, giving you and your friends 25% off food and drinks as well as VIP entry across our Managed Estate
The Stonegate Xtra portal with access to a wide range of high street discounts and offers
Corporate Discounted Rates at David Lloyd and PureGym
Mortgage advise via Charles Cameron
Additional discounts for personal car leasing
Up to £1000 “Refer A Friend” incentive
Additional discount at Stonegate Hotels
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.