Recruitment Partner
Recruiter
Sophie Russell
Recruitment Partner
I’ve been part of Mitchells & Butlers Recruitment Team since 2021. I recruit for General Manager and Head Chef/Kitchen Manager positions across the East and West Midlands, down through the corridor to North London and surrounding areas, such as Surrey and Kent. In the past, I’ve also worked in the Southeast and Essex, as well as along the South Coast, so I know our businesses inside out from the Midlands downwards. I work closely with amazing Area Managers across fantastic brands like Toby Carvery and Miller & Carter - to name a few!
What do I love about my role? Helping people find the right role and the right business for them—and once they’re in, seeing how they progress. One of the best things about M&B is the variety of brands, which means there’s plenty of room to learn, grow, and develop your career. If you’re curious about opportunities or just want to chat about what it’s like to work here, drop me a message—I’d love to connect!
Top Tips
Let your personality shine
Hospitality is a people-first industry, so let your energy and personality shine. Greet confidently and keep your tone friendly and positive. We notice genuine enthusiasm, be yourself and show your passion.
Show you embrace change and challenge
High-volume settings move fast, so embrace change, variety, and teamwork. Show you're open to changing things up with alternative tasks, and learning new systems or adapting budgets. A positive, can-do attitude often matters more than experience so lean into growth.
Prepare great examples for your interview
Be ready with two or three stories that highlight how you've supported guests, solved problems, or developed your team. Use clear examples to show patience, teamwork, and initiative, even from non-hospitality roles. Specific wins help us picture you delivering the same standard for your guests.
My Jobs
Salary
Up to £40000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Toby Carvery - Old Windsor, 14 Straight Rd, Old Windsor, Windsor SL4 2RR, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Toby Carvery
Location
Old Windsor
Description
As Head Chef at Toby Carvery - Old Windsor you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kit
Reference
2646229
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sophie RussellAuthor
Sophie RussellSalary
Up to £37000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Toby Carvery - Old Windsor, Old Windsor, SL4 2RR
Departments
Assistant Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Evergreen role
Brand
Toby Carvery
Location
Old Windsor
Description
As Assistant Manager at Toby Carvery - Old Windsor, you’ll bring your experience to the table. From the moment you step through the door, you lead by example. You'll pull everything together to make s
Reference
2646429
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sophie RussellAuthor
Sophie RussellSalary
Up to £52000.00 per annum
Location
Miller & Carter - Epping, Wake Arms Roundabout High Road EPPING CM16 5HW
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Miller & Carter
Location
Waltham Abbey
Description
At Miller & Carter - Epping we recognise a good General Manager is key to our success. You’ll build a business to be proud of, help to grow your team and smash targets. You’ll be part of a district of
Reference
2678226
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sophie RussellAuthor
Sophie RussellSalary
Up to £38000.00 per annum
Location
Red Lion, Red Lion, 470 High St, Elstow, Bedford MK42 9XP, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Sizzling Pub & Grill
Location
Elstow
Description
As Head Chef at the Red Lion you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the
Reference
2667981
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sophie RussellAuthor
Sophie RussellSalary
£12.86 per annum plus live in accommodation
Location
Haywain, Constable Road Burleigh Hill Estate ST. IVES PE27 3EP
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Sizzling Pub & Grill
Location
Saint Ives
Description
As Kitchen Lead at the Haywain , you will have passion for driving your Chefs and Kitchen Team to success. With a team to be proud of, you’ll serve food that keeps our guests wanting more.Join us at S
Reference
2658744
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sophie RussellAuthor
Sophie RussellSay Hello to Sophie, your recruitment partner
Featured job
General Manager
General Manager, Miller & Carter - Aylesbury
My Jobs
Salary
Up to £40000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Toby Carvery - Old Windsor, 14 Straight Rd, Old Windsor, Windsor SL4 2RR, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Toby Carvery
Location
Old Windsor
Description
As Head Chef at Toby Carvery - Old Windsor you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kit
Reference
2646229
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sophie RussellAuthor
Sophie RussellSalary
Up to £37000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Toby Carvery - Old Windsor, Old Windsor, SL4 2RR
Departments
Assistant Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Evergreen role
Brand
Toby Carvery
Location
Old Windsor
Description
As Assistant Manager at Toby Carvery - Old Windsor, you’ll bring your experience to the table. From the moment you step through the door, you lead by example. You'll pull everything together to make s
Reference
2646429
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sophie RussellAuthor
Sophie RussellSalary
Up to £52000.00 per annum
Location
Miller & Carter - Epping, Wake Arms Roundabout High Road EPPING CM16 5HW
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Miller & Carter
Location
Waltham Abbey
Description
At Miller & Carter - Epping we recognise a good General Manager is key to our success. You’ll build a business to be proud of, help to grow your team and smash targets. You’ll be part of a district of
Reference
2678226
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sophie RussellAuthor
Sophie RussellSalary
Up to £38000.00 per annum
Location
Red Lion, Red Lion, 470 High St, Elstow, Bedford MK42 9XP, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Sizzling Pub & Grill
Location
Elstow
Description
As Head Chef at the Red Lion you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the
Reference
2667981
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sophie RussellAuthor
Sophie RussellSalary
£12.86 per annum plus live in accommodation
Location
Haywain, Constable Road Burleigh Hill Estate ST. IVES PE27 3EP
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Sizzling Pub & Grill
Location
Saint Ives
Description
As Kitchen Lead at the Haywain , you will have passion for driving your Chefs and Kitchen Team to success. With a team to be proud of, you’ll serve food that keeps our guests wanting more.Join us at S
Reference
2658744
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sophie RussellAuthor
Sophie Russell