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
Prepare great examples for your interview
Be ready with two or three stories that highlight how you've supported guests, solved problems, or gone the extra mile. Use clear examples to show patience, teamwork, and initiative, even from non-hospitality roles. Specific wins help employers picture you delivering the same standard for their 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. Employers 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 different shifts, tasks, and learning new systems or service styles. A positive, can-do attitude often matters more than experience so lean into growth.
My Jobs
Salary
Up to £35000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Tylers Rest, Tylers Rest, 149 Norcot Rd, Reading RG30 6BS, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Sizzling Pub & Grill
Location
Reading
Description
As Head Chef at the Tylers 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 of
Reference
2599705
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £48000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery - Portsmouth, Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery, The Mead, Wickham Way, PO9 1QR, United Kingdom
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery
Description
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. We’ll always reward you when a job’s done well, with bonus
Reference
2591861
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Harvester - Running Horse, Running Horse Harvester, Chatham Rd, Maidstone ME14 3AG, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Harvester
Location
Sandling
Description
As Head Chef at the Running Horse - Harvester 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
Reference
2599844
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £42000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
O'Neill's Southsea, Albert Rd, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 2SX, UK
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
O'Neill's
Location
Portsmouth
Description
At O'Neill's Southsea 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
2597938
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £37000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
California, Brighton Rd, Sutton SM2 5SU, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Ember Inns
Location
Sutton
Description
As Head Chef at the California 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 t
Reference
2587669
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleyDiscover how M&B can be your next chapter
Featured job
Head Chef
Here is a walk through of The California ready for Christmas
My Jobs
Salary
Up to £35000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Tylers Rest, Tylers Rest, 149 Norcot Rd, Reading RG30 6BS, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Sizzling Pub & Grill
Location
Reading
Description
As Head Chef at the Tylers 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 of
Reference
2599705
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £48000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery - Portsmouth, Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery, The Mead, Wickham Way, PO9 1QR, United Kingdom
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery
Description
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. We’ll always reward you when a job’s done well, with bonus
Reference
2591861
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
Harvester - Running Horse, Running Horse Harvester, Chatham Rd, Maidstone ME14 3AG, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Harvester
Location
Sandling
Description
As Head Chef at the Running Horse - Harvester 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
Reference
2599844
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £42000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
O'Neill's Southsea, Albert Rd, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 2SX, UK
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
O'Neill's
Location
Portsmouth
Description
At O'Neill's Southsea 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
2597938
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £37000.00 per annum plus bonus
Location
California, Brighton Rd, Sutton SM2 5SU, UK
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Ember Inns
Location
Sutton
Description
As Head Chef at the California 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 t
Reference
2587669
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue Bayley