Kitchen Manager

Holiday Inn Brighton Seafront; Brighton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel located in Brighton is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead and develop a team of Line Chefs, ensuring a high-quality kitchen service that meets all health and safety requirements. The ideal candidate will be passionate about guest experience and possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills. This role includes responsibilities such as budget management, staff motivation, and collaboration with other departments to enhance service delivery.

Benefits

Discounted hotel stays

Discounts at major retailers and restaurants

Free access to Leisure Clubs

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Line for wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing kitchen operations and compliance with health standards.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and develop team members.
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate kitchen staff to ensure service excellence.
• Oversee kitchen operations, including office administration.
• Review guest feedback and improve guest experience.
• Collaborate with hotel leaders for smooth operation.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Budget management

Team development

Job description

The role

Our Kitchen Managers are 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 delight our guests with delicious specials, create a positive work culture and ensure all brand and company objectives are met. The role reports directly to the Hotel Manager.

Kitchen Manager responsibilities

• Leading the kitchen function at the hotel
• Leading, motivating, and developing all line chefs to support continuing service excellence, safety, and demonstration of company values and culture.
• Review guest feedback frequently and seek new, innovative ways to improve the guest experience.
• Managing all kitchen-related office administration and third-party contractors.
• Partnering with other functional leaders within the hotel to ensure smooth operation across departments to enhance levels of guest service.

Other businesses may call this role Head Chef.

At Kew Green Hotels, we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We aim to create an inclusive workplace for everyone. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please make sure to complete the relevant application questions, or contact [e-mail] if you have any questions. We are committed to supporting any adjustments you may need.

Full details of the role will be discussed with the shortlisted candidates. If you’d like to find out more about the role before applying, why not reach out to our resourcing team at [e-mail].

Benefits

Our rewards package includes:

• Discounted hotel stays around the globe, with food and beverage discounts.
• Attractive discounts across many major retailers, restaurants, and events
• FREE and UNLIMITED access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms)
• Personal and career development, including apprenticeships.
• 24/7, 365 days Employee Assistance Line for mental health and wellbeing support, financial and legal advice

What you’ll bring to the team

To be successful in that role you will have previous experience in managing kitchen operations in compliance with all standards and regulations. Your skills in leadership and motivational communication and interpersonal abilities will be vital to success. Ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively is something you are passionate about and deliver consistently.

Next steps

A member of the hotel team will be in touch to book a 15-minute chat with shortlisted candidates so we can get to know you better. We will explain the role in detail, and you can highlight your skills to us. If successful at this stage, you will meet the Business Excellence Manager.

Who are Kew Green Hotels?

Kew Green Hotels is a rapidly expanding global company, with a diverse portfolio across leading hotel chains, including IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Hilton, what unites us all is our values. Please view our website for more details.