Kitchen Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Lead Kitchen Operations Oversee the day-to-day kitchen operation, ensuring efficient service delivery and consistently high food quality standards.
• Maintain Food Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with all food safety, hygiene, health and safety, and company standards, maintaining audit-ready procedures at all times.
• Manage Stock & Control Costs Monitor stock levels, minimise waste, ensure effective stock rotation, and support food cost targets through accurate planning and forecasting.
• Develop and Manage the Kitchen Team Recruit, train, coach, and motivate team members, building capability and creating a positive, high-performing working environment.
• Deliver Exceptional Guest Experiences Ensure buffet presentation, food replenishment, and service standards consistently meet guest expectations and brand requirements.
• Support Menu Execution & Continuous Improvement Execute centrally developed menus to specification while providing operational feedback and creative input to improve guest appeal and service efficiency.

Key Requirements:

• Proven Kitchen Leadership Experience Demonstrated success as a Kitchen Manager or senior kitchen leader within a high-volume buffet, hospitality, or food service environment.
• Team Management & Development Strong ability to lead, coach, and develop young or inexperienced team members, creating a positive and high-performing kitchen culture.
• Food Safety & Compliance Expertise Excellent knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP principles, health and safety legislation, and maintaining audit-ready standards at all times.
• High-Volume Operational Management Experience managing fluctuating service volumes, workforce planning, stock control, and maintaining food quality during peak trading periods.
• Commercial & Cost Control Awareness Proven ability to manage food costs, minimise waste, control stock effectively, and support operational profitability through efficient planning.
• Strong Communication & Organisational Skills Ability to work collaboratively with wider hotel and F&B teams, communicate effectively at all levels, and remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment.

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