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.
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.
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.
My Jobs
Salary
Up to £38,000 per annum
Location
Toby Carvery - Poole, Poole, BH15 3EH
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Toby Carvery
Location
Poole
Description
Do you have experience of leading a team to success in the kitchen and fancy making a move? Or maybe you fancy bringing your kitchen management skills to the pub and restaurant business.Based within a
Reference
2840901
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40,000 per annum
Location
O'Neill's Winchester, Winchester, SO23 9AP
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
O'Neill's
Location
Winchester
Description
Do you have experience of leading a team to success and fancy making a move into the hospitality industry? Or maybe you already have experience in hospitality management and are ready to take the next
Reference
2840789
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40,000 per annum plus bonus, plus live in accommodation
Location
Harvester - Beech Hurst, Haywards Heath, RH16 4BB
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Harvester
Location
Haywards Heath
Description
As Head Chef at the Beech Hurst - 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 ki
Reference
2836960
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £35,300 per annum plus live in accommodation
Location
White Lion, Warlingham, CR6 9EG
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Ember Inns
Location
Warlingham
Description
Do you have experience of leading a team to success in the kitchen and fancy making a move? Or maybe you fancy bringing your kitchen management skills to the pub and restaurant business.Based within a
Reference
2838423
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £48,000 per annum plus bonus
Location
White Hart, Pirbright, GU24 0LP
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Premium Country Pubs
Location
Pirbright
Description
At the White Hart 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 tha
Reference
2835775
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
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Featured job
Head Chef
My Jobs
Salary
Up to £38,000 per annum
Location
Toby Carvery - Poole, Poole, BH15 3EH
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Toby Carvery
Location
Poole
Description
Do you have experience of leading a team to success in the kitchen and fancy making a move? Or maybe you fancy bringing your kitchen management skills to the pub and restaurant business.Based within a
Reference
2840901
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40,000 per annum
Location
O'Neill's Winchester, Winchester, SO23 9AP
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
O'Neill's
Location
Winchester
Description
Do you have experience of leading a team to success and fancy making a move into the hospitality industry? Or maybe you already have experience in hospitality management and are ready to take the next
Reference
2840789
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £40,000 per annum plus bonus, plus live in accommodation
Location
Harvester - Beech Hurst, Haywards Heath, RH16 4BB
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Harvester
Location
Haywards Heath
Description
As Head Chef at the Beech Hurst - 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 ki
Reference
2836960
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £35,300 per annum plus live in accommodation
Location
White Lion, Warlingham, CR6 9EG
Departments
Head Chef-Kitchen Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Ember Inns
Location
Warlingham
Description
Do you have experience of leading a team to success in the kitchen and fancy making a move? Or maybe you fancy bringing your kitchen management skills to the pub and restaurant business.Based within a
Reference
2838423
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue BayleySalary
Up to £48,000 per annum plus bonus
Location
White Hart, Pirbright, GU24 0LP
Departments
General Manager
Hours
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Regional role
Brand
Premium Country Pubs
Location
Pirbright
Description
At the White Hart 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 tha
Reference
2835775
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Sue BayleyAuthor
Sue Bayley