Chef/Kitchen Manager - Wight Mouse Ltd

Job Posted: 16 November 2025

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Chale , Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: Competitive, negotiable on experience
• Industries: Chefs

Kitchen Manager – The Wight Mouse Inn, Isle of Wight

Full-time | Competitive Salary 

Location: Chale, Isle of Wight

The Wight Mouse Inn is a family-run country pub with stunning sea views, a busy kitchen, and a long-standing reputation for great food and warm hospitality. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Kitchen Manager to join and support our hardworking kitchen team. The ideal candidate will possess both strong leadership & organisational skills.  

About the Role

As Kitchen Manager, you’ll play a hands-on role in the day-to-day running of our bustling kitchen — leading by example to deliver consistent, high-quality pub classics and seasonal specials.

You’ll help manage stock, maintain high food safety standards, and support our chefs to work efficiently in a friendly, well-organised environment.

Key Responsibilities

    •    Oversee the daily operation of the kitchen, ensuring smooth service

    •    Lead, train, and motivate the kitchen team

    •    Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene (Level 2/3 Food Hygiene preferred)

    •    Manage ordering, stock control, and supplier relationships

    •    Support menu planning and specials

    •   Maintain effective communication between front-of-house and kitchen staff to deliver excellent guest experiences

About You

    •    Proven experience in a busy kitchen environment in a supervisory or management role

    •    A hands-on, team-focused leader with excellent organisational skills

    •    Passionate about good food, consistency, and service

    •    Calm under pressure, with a positive attitude and a sense of humour!

What We Offer

    •    Competitive salary depending on experience

    •    A supportive, family-run team environment

    •    Staff meals and discounts

    •    Opportunities for development and long-term stability

    •    Free entry to near-by theme park

If you’re a motivated kitchen professional looking for a role with real responsibility and a great atmosphere, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now via IOW Jobs, or email [email protected]