Kitchen Manager

Kew Green Hotels; Frimley Green; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hotel company is seeking a Kitchen Manager in Frimley Green to lead efficient kitchen operations, develop and motivate a team of chefs, and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. This role requires strong leadership and cost management skills. Benefits include discounted hotel stays, career development opportunities, and access to leisure facilities.

Benefits

Discounted hotel stays

Access to leisure clubs

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Line

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing kitchen operations.
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen function at the hotel.
• Motivate and develop line chefs to ensure service excellence.
• Manage kitchen-related office administration.
• Partner with other leaders for smooth operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cost management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

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.

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.

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.

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.

Benefits

• 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.