Kitchen Manager

Kew Green Group; Chester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Kew Green Hotels is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead their team at the Holiday Inn Chester South. This role involves managing kitchen operations, motivating staff, and ensuring compliance with health and food safety standards. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in budget management, alongside a passionate approach to improving guest experiences.

Benefits

Annual Conference Event and Awards

Robust career development opportunities

Attractive discounts at retailers and restaurants

50% off food and beverage while staying at hotels

Employee Assistance Line for mental health support

FREE access to Leisure Clubs

Qualifications

• Previous experience in managing kitchen operations in compliance with standards.
• Skills in communication and leadership are essential.
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs.

Responsibilities

• Leading the kitchen function at the hotel.
• Motivating and developing line chefs for service excellence.
• Managing kitchen-related office administration.

Skills

Leadership

Motivational Communication

Interpersonal Abilities

Budget Management

Cost Control

Job description

The role

Our Kitchen Manager 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 create a positive work culture and ensure all brand and company objectives are met. The role reports directly to the Hotel Manager and is part of a team based from Holiday Inn Chester South CH4

Kitchen Manager responsibilities will include:

• 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.

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:

• Annual Conference Event and Awards
• Robust career development opportunities and support for personal growth
• Attractive discounts across many major retailers, restaurants, and events
• Complementary Employee, Family and Friends discounts in hotels across the Kew Green Hotels portfolio and at partner hotels worldwide!
• 50% off food and beverage while you stay in our hotels
• 24/7, 365 days Employee Assistance Line for mental health and wellbeing support, financial and legal advice
• FREE and UNLIMITED access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms)

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 a key for us to make a final decision. 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 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 Business Excellence Manager.

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.

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.

Join our Kew-Team today!