Kitchen Leader: Drive Bold Flavors & Team Growth

Chiquito; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

45-hour contract

Quarterly bonus

Tronc eligibility

50% discount on food & drink across BT

25% discount for friends & family

Fully funded apprenticeships (Level 4)

Early wage access

Job summary

Chiquito is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a bold, high-energy kitchen, delivering consistent, flavour-packed dishes while driving performance and guest satisfaction. You will partner with the restaurant leadership to meet goals, uphold food safety standards, and cultivate a motivated team.

The role rewards leadership with development opportunities and a competitive package, including progression and rewards across the brand portfolio.

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

Chiquito is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a bold, high-energy kitchen, delivering consistent, flavour-packed dishes while driving performance and guest satisfaction. You will partner with the restaurant leadership to meet goals, uphold food safety standards, and cultivate a motivated team.

The role rewards leadership with development opportunities and a competitive package, including progression and rewards across the brand portfolio.