Kitchen Manager

Ed's Easy Diner - Birmingham Selfridges; Highgate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular diner chain located in Highgate is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead their culinary team. The role involves ensuring top-quality meal preparation, managing kitchen operations, and fostering a positive environment. Candidates should have significant kitchen management experience, strong culinary skills, and excellent leadership abilities. The position offers exciting benefits, including discounts across brands and career growth opportunities. Join us to create memorable dining experiences!

Benefits

50% off total bill for employees and friends

Exclusive retailer discounts

20% off at Carluccio’s

Free mortgage advice

Access to earnings anytime

Healthcare Cashplan

Referral bonuses

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible working options

Performance bonuses

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen management or a similar role.
• Passion for delivering high-quality food.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen team for efficient operations.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of dishes.
• Manage inventory and stock control.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Strong culinary skills

Excellent organisational abilities

Team leadership

Problem-solving mindset

Job description

Lead the Culinary Magic at Ed's Easy Diner – Become Our Kitchen Manager

Perfectly positioned in the Food Hall of this prestigious department store, an anchor of the Bull Ring shopping mall. !

Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG) is a growing hospitality group committed to our goal of striving to become the Best Restaurant Group in everything we do. We’re obsessed with building credibility, going above and beyond, and delivering a memorable guest experience and an amazing working environment.

At BRG, we live by our core values:
✅ Honest – Acting with integrity in everything we do.
✅ Hardworking – Giving our best, every day.
✅ Hungry – Always striving for growth and excellence.
✅ Heart – Caring deeply about our people, our guests, and our communities.

Why Ed's Diner:

At Ed's Easy Diner, we're not just about serving delicious food and retro vibes—we're about creating unforgettable experiences that transport our guests to the golden age of Americana. Now, we’re looking for a Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen team and keep the soul of our diner alive with every dish.

What You’ll Do:

As the Kitchen Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind our culinary operations. You’ll ensure that every meal we serve is prepared to perfection, keeping our guests coming back for more. Your leadership will inspire the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, motivate, and develop the kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Oversee the preparation, cooking, and presentation of our iconic dishes, ensuring consistency and quality
• Manage inventory, ordering, and stock control to minimise waste and maximise efficiency
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment
• Collaborate with the Front of House team to ensure a seamless dining experience for our guests
• Monitor and control kitchen costs, working within budgets to maximise profitability
• Drive continuous improvement, bringing fresh ideas to enhance our menu and kitchen processes
• Lead by example, fostering a positive, high-energy work environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a kitchen management or similar leadership role
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for delivering high-quality food
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• A natural leader with the ability to motivate and develop a team
• A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene
• A proactive and problem-solving mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

What’s in it for You?

We’re offering more than just a role; we’re offering a rewarding career path with exciting benefits:

• Feast on Savings: Enjoy 50% off your total bill for you and 5 friends across all our brands—because great food is meant to be shared!
• Exclusive Discounts: Access special offers on thousands of online and high-street retailers, plus restaurants, through our BRG Spark App.
• Stock Up on Favourites: Get 20% off at Carluccio’s retail gift shop & deli.
• Secure Your Future: Benefit from free mortgage advice and access to our Financial & Wellbeing Centre.
• Access Your Pay Anytime: With Wage Stream, you can tap into your earnings whenever you need them.
• Stay Well: Take advantage of our Healthcare Cashplan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Referral Rewards: Earn bonuses by referring friends to join our team.
• Career Advancement: Enjoy excellent opportunities for growth and development within our diverse brand portfolio.
• Flexible Working: Find a work-life balance with flexible scheduling options.
• Performance Bonuses: Earn more with bonuses that reward your dedication and success.

If you’re ready to lead our kitchen and keep the diner’s spirit alive, don’t wait—apply now and let’s create something extraordinary together!