KITCHEN MANAGER

Farmer J; London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmer J is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead daily operations in a dynamic kitchen environment. Responsibilities include managing the kitchen team, ensuring food quality and compliance with health standards, and keeping operational costs within budget. The role offers a competitive salary, bonuses based on performance, and a range of benefits.

Benefits

20% quarterly bonus, based on performance

Daily food allowance during shifts

50% discount across all restaurants

Paid day off on your birthday

Opportunities for training and development

Monthly team socials and annual parties

Employment Assistant program for mental health

Qualifications

• Experience managing a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to oversee kitchen operations and team performance.
• Passionate about great food and people.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and team management.
• Ensure food quality and health & safety compliance.
• Control operational costs within budget.

Skills

Team Management

Food Quality Control

Health & Safety Compliance

Coaching & Development

Job description

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We are looking for an experienced, ambitious, and enthusiastic Kitchen Manager to join our expanding team! The Kitchen Manager will oversee daily kitchen operations, including costs, health and safety, productivity, and food quality, while also managing team performance and development.

What We Offer:

• Salary between £36,200 - £40,500 (dependent on experience and shop type)
• 20% quarterly bonus up to 60%, based on performance and KPIs
• Daily food allowance during shifts with unlimited coffee
• 50% discount across all restaurants when off duty
• Never work on your birthday, and you will be paid for it!
• Opportunities for training and development
• Monthly team socials and annual parties
• Employment Assistant program supporting mental health and well-being

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering high-quality food from prep to cook
• Recruiting, training, coaching, and developing the kitchen team
• Managing all aspects of kitchen health & safety in accordance with legal requirements
• Keeping operational costs within budget

What makes a great Farmer?

• Experience managing a fast-paced kitchen
• Colorful personality and individuality, being bold but humble
• Passion for great food and people
• Caring for your team and driving their progression

At Farmer J, we prepare delicious food from scratch using the best ingredients, sourcing locally from high-welfare UK farms where possible. We take pride in our work and wear bandanas!

Does this sound like you? Apply here! We look forward to hearing from you.