Are you an adaptable, curious, and ambitious professional with a passion for continuous business development? With over 1,600 sites we’re the home of some of the nation’s favourite restaurants, bustling bars, cosy country pubs and the local you didn’t know we owned. If you’re as passionate about making a difference within hospitality as we are, we want to hear from you!

We have an amazing 12-month fixed term opportunity to join our Property team as a Building & Kitchen Development Assistant, who will provide a pro-active, comprehensive administrative service for the Kitchen Development Team, as well as the Director of Building Development when required. You will be an integral part of M&B’s Sustainability Strategy, supporting our Business Net Zero Target by exploring innovative ideas. You will work closely with the Kitchen Development Team to generate and develop new concepts and cost saving opportunities, as well as managing the development schedule in support.

You’ll be well rewarded…

• Annual Bonus Scheme – We’re all about rewarding the hard work everybody puts in
• Buy up to an extra 2 weeks holiday – life is for living after all! 
• Love eating out? You'll love it even more with a massive 33% discount across all our brands, so whether its date night at Miller & Carter or family roast at Toby Carvery we’ve got you covered.  What’s more, you can also choose FIVE of your nearest and dearest and sign them up to 20% family and friend’s discount.
• Never a dull moment - fun, laughs and lifelong friends! 

On top of all this, we offer; a pension, 26 days paid holiday, high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

The Opportunity – Building & Kitchen Development Assistant

• Support the Capital Plan through the organisation and support of the Ideal Kitchen Layout design reviews with the key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Head of Kitchen Development and Kitchen Design Managers when reviewing outsourced Catering Contractors performance and Catering Equipment Suppliers.
• Management of the Profit Driver development schedule generated from Divisional Property Exec meetings, and aligning to Kitchen Design Managers.
• Develop, coordinate & proactively maintain Catering Equipment Replacement Tool to capture Catering Equipment variations, and liaising Maintenance queries to Kitchen Development Team.
• Take a leading role in coordinating and facilitating the execution of our Sustainability “GoGreen” initiatives by managing immersion sessions, supplier relationship and operating engagement across key stakeholders.
• Assist Head of Kitchen Development, Director of Building Development and Project team when relating to investments associated with road map to Net Zero.
• Work effectively to assist Head of Kitchen Development on new concept development, and work with 3rd Parties when required.

What you’ll need to bring to the Building & Kitchen Development Assistant role:  

• Clear and concise methods of communication and excellent administrative skills.
• The ability to deal with multiple tasks at any one time with great attention to detail.
• Flexible approach to work and able to cope under pressure.
• Self-motivator with a high degree of curiosity. 
• Knowledge of Commercial Catering Equipment specifications
• First class IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, One Drive)
• Understanding of construction and building legislation, technologies and food safety legislation desirable
• Project Management skills desirable

What makes Mitchells & Butlers a great place to work?

To us, a career isn’t just about ‘clocking in’. We really care about our colleagues, and we’re an employer that keeps a promise. In fact, as one of the largest employers in the country, with over 44,000 people working for us, we have the responsibility of valuing every contribution from a diverse workforce that are representative of our guests, and who make us stronger.

Sounds like an opportunity where you could make a difference? Apply for this role today and we’ll be in touch to explore how you could be part of our exciting journey.

Closing Date – Wednesday 9th July 2025