Kitchen Manager - Beefeater - Portsmouth

Kitchen Manager – Beefeater – Portsmouth Kitchen Manager – Harbour Lights Beefeater – Portsmouth Salary: £38,000 – £41,000 up to 25% Bonus Benefits Are you ready to lead a passionate kitchen team in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment? We’re looking for a Kitchen Manager to take charge at Harbour Lights Beefeater in Portsmouth, a high-performing site that combines relaxed pub dining with a modern twist. Reporting into the General Manager, this is more than a job – it’s your chance to run a thriving kitchen, inspire your team, and deliver quality dishes that keep guests coming back. If you’re an experienced Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, or Catering Manager who thrives in a high-volume setting, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. You’ll be hands-on, detail-driven, and passionate about food, people, and performance. Why Harbour Lights Beefeater? Located in Portsmouth, Harbour Lights is a busy, well-loved site with a reputation for great food and service. Positioned near the waterfront and popular attractions, you’ll enjoy a vibrant environment with a steady flow of guests from the nearby Premier Inn and visitors exploring the area. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your leadership and culinary skills in a thriving location. Why join us? Competitive salary up to £41K Generous bonus scheme 25% off in all Whitbread restaurants Up to 50% off Premier Inn stays Retail & leisure discounts – from cinema tickets to gym memberships Full training & development at our Kitchen Academy Real autonomy to run your kitchen your way What you’ll be doing: Leading and motivating your kitchen team with energy and passion Managing stock, food margins, and kitchen standards Owning food safety, audits, and compliance Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and team development Driving performance through regular 1:1s and coaching Delivering consistent, high-quality dishes to spec Working closely with a supportive General Manager who knows the kitchen inside out