Deputy Kitchen Manager

Crowne Plaza Liverpool John Lennon Airport; Garforth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel in Garforth is seeking a Deputy Kitchen Manager to lead and motivate the kitchen team while ensuring compliance with health and food safety standards. This role involves managing kitchen operations, developing the team, and improving guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have a passion for leadership and budget management, ensuring the kitchen runs efficiently and effectively.

Benefits

Annual Conference Event and Awards

Robust career development opportunities

Employee discounts on hotels

50% off food and beverage

Free access to Leisure Clubs

Employee Assistance Line

Qualifications

• Previous experience in managing kitchen operations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen function at the hotel.
• Motivate and develop line chefs for service excellence.
• Manage kitchen-related office administration.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Budget management

Compliance with health and safety

Job description

Overview

The role

Our Deputy Kitchen Manager are 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 part of a team based from our attractive hotel, Holiday Inn Leeds Garforth, LS25 1LH.

Responsibilities

• Leading the kitchen function at the hotel
• Leading, motivating, and developing all line chefs to support continuing service excellence, safety, and demonstration of company values and culture
• Review guest feedback frequently and seek new, innovative ways to improve the guest experience
• Managing all kitchen-related office administration and third-party contractors
• Partnering with other functional leaders within the hotel to ensure smooth operation across departments to enhance levels of guest service

Other businesses may call this role Sous Chef.

Next steps

Full details of the role will be discussed with the shortlisted candidates. If you’d like to find out more about the role before applying, contact our resourcing team at [e-mail].

Benefits

Our rewards package includes:

• Annual Conference Event and Awards
• Robust career development opportunities and support for personal growth
• Attractive discounts across many major retailers, restaurants, and events
• Complementary Employee, Family and Friends discounts in hotels across the Kew Green Hotels portfolio and at partner hotels worldwide!
• 50% off food and beverage while you stay in our hotels
• 24/7, 365 days Employee Assistance Line for mental health and wellbeing support, financial and legal advice
• FREE and UNLIMITED access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms)

What you’ll bring to the team

To be successful in that role you will have previous experience in managing kitchen operations in compliance with all standards and regulations. Your skills in leadership and motivational communication and interpersonal abilities will be a key for us to make a final decision. Ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively is something you are passionate about and deliver consistently.

At Kew Green Hotels, we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We aim to create an inclusive workplace for everyone. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please make sure to complete the relevant application questions, or contact [e-mail] if you have any questions. We are committed to supporting any adjustments you may need.

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