kitchen manager / assistant chef

ABOUT THE DALE SPORTS BAR

The Dale Sports Bar sits at the heart of Abbeydale Sports Club — one of the largest

multi-sport venues in England, set in the picturesque surroundings of Dore,

Sheffield.

Abbeydale Sports Club was incorporated in 1911 and has grown into a thriving community

sporting hub covering cricket, hockey, squash, and more — catering for all ages and

abilities. The Dale Sports Bar is the social centrepiece of the club: open to members and

non-members alike, it boasts 6 screens broadcasting Sky Sports and TNT Sports, stunning

outdoor seating overlooking the grass pitches, and a reputation for exceptional atmosphere

and service.

Rated 5/5 on Google, The Dale is known for its welcoming environment, well-kept drinks,

and outstanding team — making it one of Sheffield and South Yorkshire's most popular

destinations for live sport, food, and events. With a catering capacity of up to 400 covers

and ambitious growth plans now underway, this is an exciting time to be part of the team.

Chef

We are looking for a confident Chef to join our growing kitchen team. You will lead or support

service across a high-volume operation, ensuring food quality, kitchen standards, and team morale

remain consistently high.

Ideal candidate:

• Proven experience in a busy commercial kitchen
• Strong prep and service skills under pressure
• Understanding of food hygiene and compliance standards
• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude

Kitchen Assistant

Support the chef team throughout service — from prepping ingredients to plating dishes and

maintaining a clean, organised workspace. A fantastic entry-level opportunity with real progression

potential.

Ideal candidate:

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Comfortable working at pace in a team environment
• Basic food hygiene awareness (training provided)
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking

Kitchen Porter

The backbone of any great kitchen. Keep equipment clean, supplies stocked, and the environment

safe and hygienic throughout service. A vital role in our team with consistent hours and a great

working culture.

Ideal candidate:

• Reliable and hard-working with good attention to detail
• Ability to work at pace during busy service periods
• Positive attitude and willingness to support the wider team
• Previous kitchen or cleaning experience preferred but not essential

WHY JOIN THE DALE?

• Great Rates of Pay Competitive wages above industry standard,

reviewed regularly.

• KPI Bonus Structure Hit your targets and earn more —

performance is genuinely rewarded here.

• Brilliant Working Hours Structured rotas that work around real life. No

nasty surprises.

• Easy to Get To Well connected by public transport from

across Sheffield and South Yorkshire.

• Sport at the Heart Work where the action is — Premier League,

cricket, hockey, and nationwide competitions

live on 6 screens.

• Real Growth Plans We are expanding and want people who will

grow with us long term.

Send your CV and a brief cover note to:

[email protected]

Please state the position you are applying for in your email subject line

e.g. "Chef Application" · "Kitchen Assistant Application" · "Porter Application"

Pay: £12.71-£17.29 per hour

Experience:

• Kitchen management: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (required)

Work Location: In person