Head Chef

CQ Cheshire Oaks; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off food and drink

25% off for friends & family

Early access to wages

24/7 virtual GP

Mental health support

Fully funded apprenticeships in Hosp.

Discounted gym memberships

Exclusive savings on theme parks

Team events & trips

Job summary

Chiquito in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team, delivering bold, flavour-packed dishes with flair.

Work closely with the management team to hit restaurant goals, maintain top food safety and cleanliness standards, and create a fun, motivating environment focused on development and progression while driving smart, commercially minded decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver bold, flavour-packed dishes with consistency and flair.
• Work closely with the management team to hit restaurant goals and drive performance.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen organisation.
• Create a fun, motivating team environment focused on development and progression.
• Be commercially savvy—understand profit & loss and make smart, efficient decisions.

Job description

Lead the Kitchen Fiesta – Become a Kitchen Manager at Chiquito!

At Chiquito, we’re all about bold flavours, sizzling dishes, and unforgettable experiences. If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a high-energy kitchen, and love leading a team to success, we’d love to welcome you as our Kitchen Manager!

Why Join Chiquito?

We know that great food starts with great leadership, so we offer:

• A Place for Everyone– We celebrate individuality and welcome anyone who brings passion, creativity, and a love for bold cooking.
• A Competitive Package– 45-hour contract, quarterly bonus and opportunity to earn Tronc
• Awesome Discounts– 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands, plus 25% off for friends & family.
• Career Growth– Fully funded apprenticeships in Hospitality Management (Level 4).
• Wellbeing & Support– Our includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, second medical opinion service, and more.
• Perks & Rewards– Early access to wages, discounted gym memberships, and exclusive savings on theme parks, shopping, and more!
• Team Competitions & Events– Win trips, join team parties, and earn e-points to spend on your favourite brands.

What You’ll Do as a Kitchen Manager:

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver bold, flavour-packed dishes with consistency and flair.
• Work closely with the management team to hit restaurant goals and drive performance.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen organisation.
• Create a fun, motivating team environment focused on development and progression.
• Be commercially savvy—understand profit & loss and make smart, efficient decisions.

Who We’re Looking For:

At Chiquito,our teams are like family. We put people at the heart of everything we do, creating a welcoming, inclusive workplace where you can be yourself, feel supported, and grow your career. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know – we’ve got you.

Thinking about using AI tools for your application? They can be great for getting started, but what really makes an application shine is you – your experience, personality, and leadership style.

What’s the process?
Application → CV review → friendly phone chat → first‑stage interview → second‑stage interview → offer and onboarding

At Chiquito, we don’t just hire experience we hireleaders. If you’re a strong communicator, passionate about people, and thrive in a guest-focused, high-energy setting, we want to hear from you.