Deputy Kitchen Manager

Holiday Inn Haydock; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel, Holiday Inn Haydock, is seeking a Deputy Kitchen Manager to deliver efficient kitchen services. This role involves leading the kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with health standards, managing guest feedback, and fostering a positive work culture. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are provided.

Benefits

Annual Conference, Events, and Awards

Career development and personal growth opportunities

Discounts across major retailers, restaurants, and events

Employee, Family, and Friends discounts at hotels

50% off food and beverages during hotel stays

24/7 Employee Assistance Line

Free unlimited access to leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing kitchen operations in compliance with standards
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Passionate about managing budgets and controlling costs

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen function at the hotel
• Motivate and develop line chefs for service excellence
• Manage kitchen-related tasks and collaborate with hotel departments

Skills

Leadership

Motivational Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Budget Management

Cost Control

Job description

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Deputy Kitchen Manager

Our Deputy Kitchen Manager is responsible for delivering an efficient, effective, and profitable kitchen service that complies with all Health & Food Safety requirements. You will lead, develop, and motivate your team of Line Chefs to create a positive work culture and ensure all brand and company objectives are met. The role reports directly to the Kitchen Manager and is based at our attractive hotel, Holiday Inn Haydock.

Deputy Kitchen Manager responsibilities will include:

• Leading the kitchen function at the hotel
• Motivating and developing all line chefs to support service excellence, safety, and uphold company values and culture
• Reviewing guest feedback regularly and seeking innovative ways to improve the guest experience
• Managing kitchen-related administrative tasks and third-party contractors
• Collaborating with other hotel departments to ensure smooth operations and enhance guest service

Other titles for this role may include Senior Line Chef / Assistant Kitchen Manager.

Full details of the role will be discussed with shortlisted candidates. For more information before applying, please contact our resourcing team at [email protected].

Benefits include:

• Annual Conference, Events, and Awards
• Career development and personal growth opportunities
• Discounts across major retailers, restaurants, and events
• Employee, Family, and Friends discounts at hotels within the Kew Green Hotels portfolio and partner hotels worldwide
• 50% off food and beverages during hotel stays
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Line for mental health, wellbeing, financial, and legal support
• Free unlimited access to leisure facilities (gym, pool, steam rooms)

What you’ll bring to the team

Previous experience managing kitchen operations in compliance with standards and regulations is essential. Strong leadership, motivational communication, and interpersonal skills are key. You should also be passionate about managing budgets and controlling costs effectively.

Next steps

A member of our hotel team will contact you to schedule a 15-minute chat to get to know you better. We will discuss the role in detail and give you an opportunity to highlight your skills. Successful candidates will then meet with the Business Excellence Manager.