Deputy Kitchen Manager

Kew Green Hotels; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel management company in Colchester is seeking an experienced kitchen manager to lead the kitchen team and deliver high-quality service. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in kitchen operations, strong leadership skills, and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences. Benefits include discounts on hotel stays and free use of leisure facilities.

Benefits

Discounts on hotel stays

Free use of gyms and pools

24/7 wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a kitchen operation.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• A passion for creating great food.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high‑quality service.
• Create daily specials to delight guests.
• Review guest feedback to drive improvements.
• Support kitchen administration and supplier relationships.
• Control costs and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Work closely with hotel leaders for smooth operations.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety regulations

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Job description

What you'll do

• Lead and motivate the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high‑quality service.
• Showcase your skills with the creation of daily specials to delight our guests.
• Review guest feedback to drive improvements and create outstanding dining experiences.
• Support the Kitchen Manager with kitchen administration, supplier relationships, and third‑party contractors.
• Control costs and ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.
• Work closely with hotel leaders to ensure smooth operations across all departments, and support career development through fully funded apprenticeships and our Chef Academy.

Benefits

• Discounts on hotel stays and a variety of major retailers, restaurants and days out.
• Free use of our gyms, pools, and leisure facilities.
• 24/7 access to wellbeing, financial, and legal support.

Next steps

If you're shortlisted, we'll give you a quick call to learn more about you and answer your questions. Candidates who progress will then be invited to the hotel for an in‑person interview. We review applications as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We may close the role once we've found the right person.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a kitchen operation, with strong knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to inspire and motivate your team.
• A passion for creating great food and memorable dining experiences.

At Kew Green Hotels, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know at [e-mail] - we're here to support you.

Kew Green Hotels is one of the UK's leading hotel management companies, operating a diverse portfolio of global brands.