Kitchen Manager

Bob & Berts; Bury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Birthday cake and drinks on shift

Company pension

Long service recognition

Job summary

Bob and Berts in Bury is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the back-of-house, manage inventory, and supervise a small kitchen team. You will own the kitchen operations, including scheduling, menu development, and food safety, to deliver a high-quality customer experience.

The ideal candidate has hands-on leadership, a passion for great food and service, and the ability to work mornings and weekends. Prior experience in a cafe/restaurant environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage inventory, costings, and kitchen staff.
• Experience leading a kitchen team in a high-volume setting is preferred.
• Food Hygiene Certificate is required or essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations to ensure quick service and high-quality food.
• Prepare and oversee menu items, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
• Oversee stock, supplier orders, deliveries, and weekly stocktakes to minimise waste.
• Schedule and train kitchen staff for peak hours and efficient service.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and allergen management.
• Collaborate with management on menu development and specials.
• Coordinate with front-of-house to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Inventory management

Costings

Kitchen staff

Job description

Job Title: Kitchen Manager

Store: Bob and Berts - Bury
Job Type:Full-timeincl weekends and early mornings -chef-friendly shifts with earlier finishes

Hours you can actually plan around: Monday to Friday shifts finish by 6.30pm, and weekend shifts finish by 6.30pm— no late-night kitchen closes.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead the back-of-house operations at Bob and Berts. The ideal candidate has a passion for food, coffee and delivering top-notch customer service, and can manage a small team while maintaining high standards of food quality and speed. You will take ownership of the kitchen, including inventory, staff scheduling, menu development, and food safety, ensuring a "5-star" experience for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership:Manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring prompt service and high-quality food preparation, especially during busy breakfast and lunch shifts.
• Food Preparation & Quality Control:Prepare and cook menu items (e.g., breakfasts, pastries, burgers) according to recipes, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
• Stock & Inventory Management:Oversee food inventory, place orders with suppliers, manage deliveries, and conduct weekly stocktakes to minimise waste and ensure profitability.
• Staff Scheduling & Training:Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen personnel (cooks/porters), creating schedules that maximise productivity during peak hours.
• Hygiene & Safety Compliance:Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g., Allergen Management, Food Hygiene Level 2/3) and maintain a clean, organized kitchen.
• Menu Development:Collaborate with the manager to suggest new food items, specials, and seasonal offerings to enhance the menu.
• Front-of-House Coordination:Communicate effectively with front of house staff to ensure seamless coordination between the kitchen and the counter.

Requirements

• Experience:Minimum 2+ years of experience as a Kitchen Supervisor, Cafe Chef, or similar role in a high-volume café/restaurant environment.
• Skills:Proven ability to manage inventory, costings, and kitchen staff.
• Certifications:Essential: Food Hygiene Certificate
• Attitude:Hands-on leader, calm under pressure, and highly organised.
• Availability:Ability to work weekends and mornings.
• Right to work in the UK

Why Join Us? Benefits

• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• 50% staff card to use on shift and with friends & family!
• Unlimited free hot drinks on shift!
• Free cake on your birthday!
• Company pension!
• Length of service recognition!
• Opportunities to grow your career!