Kitchen - Kitchen Manager

www.whitbreadcareers.com - jobboard; Bridlington; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative business is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a dynamic team and ensure exceptional service at a popular restaurant. This role involves overseeing kitchen operations, managing stock control, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. You will receive comprehensive training and support, along with access to various discounts and development programs. If you're passionate about creating memorable dining experiences and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to excel and make a significant impact.

Benefits

25% off in Whitbread Restaurants

Up to 50% off Premier Inn hotels

High street and retail discounts

Access to training and development programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety standards in food service.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment and onboarding of kitchen team members.
• Manage stock control, food margins, and ensure compliance with standards.
• Drive team performance through development and regular meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stock Control

Health and Safety Compliance

Team Management

Education

Experience as Kitchen Manager or similar role

Job description

Kitchen Manager - The Freeman, Bridlington - Cookhouse + Pub

Salary: £38,000 - £41,250 (Depending on Experience)

Reporting to the General Manager, our Kitchen Managers play a pivotal role in the daily success and operation of the restaurant. It’s all about creating a winning team and delivering the best service to our guests.

Offering more than just a great career opportunity with comprehensive induction training, a salary of up to 41K, great discounts and benefits, as well as the chance to earn a substantial bonus!

It takes a great team to deliver a best-in-class restaurant experience, so you’ll be responsible for:

• Supporting the General Manager in recruiting, inducting, and onboarding new Kitchen team members.
• Demonstrating leadership with a hands-on approach and effective communication, engaging and motivating your team through pre-shift briefs.
• Managing stock control and food margins.
• Overseeing NSF, EHO, and Health and Safety audits to high standards.
• Ensuring compliance with brand standards and specifications.
• Driving high performance through development and regular one-on-one meetings.
• Maintaining attention to detail and thriving in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Showing passion for the brand by ensuring your team is knowledgeable and confident.

Alongside working with a General Manager trained to support back of house operations, you’ll also benefit from:

• Full induction and training.
• Seasonal menu changes with training and launch at our dedicated Kitchen Academy.
• Working within a labor model that ensures proper management coverage.
• Access to excellent training and development programs.
• Having a significant influence on how you run your kitchen.

We also provide tools and systems to manage your KPIs, and offer various discounts including:

• 25% off in Whitbread Restaurants and up to 50% off Premier Inn hotels.
• High street and retail discounts, including phone packages, cinema tickets, and gym memberships.

We want you to excel and will equip you with the tools to succeed. It’s up to you to demonstrate your capabilities in serving up excellence.

As an innovative business, you’ll champion change and lead this with your team.

If you’re an experienced Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, Catering Manager, or similar, and want to be part of a dynamic management team aligned with our vision, develop yourself in a market-leading company. Bring your skills, personality, and passion to create moments that matter for our teams and guests—apply now!