Deputy Kitchen Manager

TN United Kingdom; Newport Pagnell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Kitchen Manager to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant hotel environment. This role emphasizes creating a positive work culture while ensuring compliance with health and food safety standards. You will be responsible for motivating your team, managing kitchen operations, and enhancing guest experiences through innovative solutions. With ample opportunities for personal growth and career development, this position offers a chance to thrive in a supportive atmosphere while enjoying various employee benefits, including discounts and access to leisure facilities.

Benefits

Discounts across major retailers

Employee discounts at hotels

50% off food and beverages

Unlimited access to leisure facilities

24/7 Employee Assistance Line

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations in compliance with standards.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen team to ensure service excellence.
• Manage kitchen-related administrative tasks and collaborate with other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budget Management

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

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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 team 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

Full details of the role will be discussed with shortlisted candidates. If you'd like to learn more before applying, please contact our resourcing team at [emailprotected].

• Participation in the Annual Conference and Awards
• Opportunities for career development and personal growth
• 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
• Unlimited free 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. Passion for managing budgets and controlling costs effectively is also important.

Next steps

A member of our hotel team will contact you to schedule a 15-minute chat to learn more about you. We will discuss the role in detail, and you can highlight your skills. Successful candidates will then meet with the Business Excellence Manager.