Regional Kitchen Trainer

Regional Kitchen Trainer Hickory’s Smokehouse | Yorkshire

BBQ is happiness – and training is how we protect it.

Hickory’s Smokehouse is looking for an experienced Regional Kitchen Trainer to join our award-winning training team. This role is for a proven kitchen trainer who loves developing people, embedding systems and keeping standards high across busy, high-volume kitchens.

This isn’t just about being great in the kitchen — it’s about training others to be great
, using structured programmes that bring our food, culture and Southern Hospitality to life in every Hickory’s.

• Deliver structured kitchen training across multiple Hickory’s Smokehouse sites
• Coach, support and develop in-restaurant kitchen trainers and management teams
• Protect food quality, specs, systems and consistency at scale
• Embed Hickory’s training frameworks, assessments and sign-offs
• Spot skill gaps and help teams grow with confidence
• Support new openings, menu launches and exciting business projects

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Trainer, Area Trainer or similar
• Strong background in high-volume, fast-paced kitchens
• Hands‑on experience delivering formal, structured training programmes
• Confident coaching others and giving clear, constructive feedback
• Passionate about food, people and unforgettable guest experiences
• Warm, approachable leadership style with high standards

• Competitive salary, tips, car allowance and mileage/expenses
• 25% discount for you and 5 friends (rising to 50% with service)
• Be part of a Top 100 Best Companies to Work For
• Career progression through The Hickory’s Academy
• Funded qualifications up to Degree level
• Free BBQ and team food on shift
• Christmas Day off every year
• Paid life‑occasion days
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Wellness support and enrichment experiences

If you believe great training builds great kitchens
, and you’re ready to make a real regional impact, we’d love to hear from you.