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 £45000.00 per annum
Location
Harvester - Gravesend, Rochester Rd, Gravesend DA12 4TN, UK
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 £39000.00 per annum OTE
Location
Haymoor, 18, Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Cres, Poole BH17 9DW, UK
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 £38000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Punch Tavern, Calcott, Sturry, Canterbury CT3 4NB, United Kingdom
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery
Location
Canterbury
Description
As Head Chef at the Punch Tavern 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
Reference
2646341
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Swallows Return, 1 Titnore Ln, Worthing BN12 6PB, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Vintage
Location
Worthing
Description
As Head Chef at the Swallows Return 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
2649005
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40000.00 per annum
Location
Smuggler's Rest, S Coast Rd, Telscombe Cliffs, Peacehaven BN10 7BE, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Vintage
Location
Telscombe Cliffs
Description
As Head Chef at the Smuggler's Rest 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
2649000
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
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Featured job
Head Chef
My Jobs
Salary
Up to £45000.00 per annum
Location
Harvester - Gravesend, Rochester Rd, Gravesend DA12 4TN, UK
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 £39000.00 per annum OTE
Location
Haymoor, 18, Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Cres, Poole BH17 9DW, UK
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 £38000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Punch Tavern, Calcott, Sturry, Canterbury CT3 4NB, United Kingdom
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery
Location
Canterbury
Description
As Head Chef at the Punch Tavern 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
Reference
2646341
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Swallows Return, 1 Titnore Ln, Worthing BN12 6PB, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Vintage
Location
Worthing
Description
As Head Chef at the Swallows Return 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
2649005
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40000.00 per annum
Location
Smuggler's Rest, S Coast Rd, Telscombe Cliffs, Peacehaven BN10 7BE, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Vintage
Location
Telscombe Cliffs
Description
As Head Chef at the Smuggler's Rest 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
2649000
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue Bayley