Recruitment Partner
Recruiter
Sue Bayley
Recruitment Partner
I’m passionate about connecting talented people with exciting opportunities at Mitchells & Butlers. I recruit General Managers and Head Chef/Kitchen Manager roles across the South Coast and the southern outskirts of London, including Woking, Croydon, Bromley, Gravesend and Maidstone. I work across all our well-loved brands—Harvester, Miller & Carter, Toby Carvery, and more—and I’m always open to conversations about your next career move.
What I Love About My Role....Having worked at M&B for over 30 years, I know firsthand the incredible opportunities we offer. I value the security we provide for our teams, alongside the challenge, change, and development that make every day rewarding.If you’re ready to explore new options and take the next step in your career, please reach out—I’d love to hear from you!
Top Tips
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.
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.
My Jobs
Salary
Up to £45,000 per annum
Location
Harvester - Gravesend, Gravesend, DA12 4TN
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Harvester
Location
Gravesend
Description
As Head Chef at Harvester - Gravesend 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
Reference
2699431
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40,000 per annum
Location
Running Horse, Shepperton, TW16 7LB
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Sizzling Pub & Grill
Location
Shepperton
Description
At the Running Horse 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 sites
Reference
2707436
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £39,000 per annum OTE
Location
Haymoor, Poole, BH17 9DW
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Sizzling Pub & Grill
Location
Poole
Description
As Head Chef at the Haymoor 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
2656527
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40,000 per annum
Location
Tide Mill, Wootton Bridge, PO33 4HS
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery
Location
Wootton Bridge
Description
As Head Chef at the Tide Mill 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 th
Reference
2715710
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £35,500 per annum
Location
Queen Adelaide, Epsom, KT19 0SH
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Ember Inns
Location
Epsom
Description
As Head Chef at the Queen Adelaide 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
Reference
2695718
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
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Featured job
Head Chef
My Jobs
Salary
Up to £45,000 per annum
Location
Harvester - Gravesend, Gravesend, DA12 4TN
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Harvester
Location
Gravesend
Description
As Head Chef at Harvester - Gravesend 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
Reference
2699431
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40,000 per annum
Location
Running Horse, Shepperton, TW16 7LB
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Sizzling Pub & Grill
Location
Shepperton
Description
At the Running Horse 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 sites
Reference
2707436
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £39,000 per annum OTE
Location
Haymoor, Poole, BH17 9DW
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Sizzling Pub & Grill
Location
Poole
Description
As Head Chef at the Haymoor 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
2656527
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40,000 per annum
Location
Tide Mill, Wootton Bridge, PO33 4HS
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery
Location
Wootton Bridge
Description
As Head Chef at the Tide Mill 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 th
Reference
2715710
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £35,500 per annum
Location
Queen Adelaide, Epsom, KT19 0SH
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Ember Inns
Location
Epsom
Description
As Head Chef at the Queen Adelaide 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
Reference
2695718
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue Bayley