Deputy Kitchen Manager

Holiday Inn Milton Keynes East; Newport Pagnell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hotel as a Deputy Kitchen Manager, responsible for delivering effective kitchen services while leading and motivating your team. You will enhance guest experiences through innovative solutions and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. This role promises career development opportunities and a positive workplace culture.

Benefits

Annual conference and awards

Career development opportunities

Discounts at major retailers

Employee discounts across hotels

50% off food and beverages during stays

24/7 Employee Assistance Line

Unlimited access to leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations compliant with standards and regulations.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Proficient in managing budgets and controlling costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen function and develop line chefs.
• Ensure safety and uphold company values.
• Collaborate with other hotel departments for improved guest service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivational skills

Job description

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 in Milton Keynes (MK16 0JA).

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 enhance the guest experience
• Managing kitchen-related administrative tasks and third-party contractors
• Collaborating with other hotel departments to ensure smooth operations and improved guest service

Full role details will be discussed with shortlisted candidates. To learn more before applying, contact our resourcing team at [e-mail].

• Annual conference, awards, and career development opportunities
• Discounts at major retailers, restaurants, and events
• Employee, family, and friends discounts across Kew Green Hotels 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
• Unlimited free access to leisure facilities (gym, pool, steam rooms)

What you’ll bring to the team

Successful candidates will have previous experience managing kitchen operations in compliance with standards and regulations. Strong leadership, motivational, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential. Experience managing budgets and controlling costs effectively is highly valued.

Next steps

A team member will contact you to schedule a 15-minute chat to discuss the role and your skills. Successful candidates will then meet with the Business Excellence Manager.

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Created on 02/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom