Kitchen Manager

Kew Green Group; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel group is seeking a Kitchen Manager in Taunton. This role involves leading kitchen operations, motivating a team of chefs, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a passion for managing budgets. Join a dynamic team and enjoy a range of benefits including discounts and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual Conference and Awards events

Career development opportunities

Discounts across major retailers

Employee discounts at hotels

50% off food during hotel stays

24/7 Employee Assistance Line

Free access to Leisure Clubs

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations in compliance with standards.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen function at the hotel.
• Motivate and develop line chefs for service excellence.
• Manage kitchen-related administrative tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

The role

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 create a positive work culture and ensure all brand and company objectives are met. The role reports directly to the Hotel Manager and is based at our attractive hotel in Taunton (TA1 2UA).

Kitchen Manager responsibilities will include:

1. Leading the kitchen function at the hotel
2. Motivating and developing all line chefs to support service excellence, safety, and demonstrate company values and culture
3. Reviewing guest feedback regularly and seeking innovative ways to improve the guest experience
4. Managing kitchen-related administrative tasks and third-party contractors
5. Collaborating with other hotel departments to ensure smooth operations and enhance guest service

Other businesses may refer to this role as Head Chef.

Full details of the role will be discussed with shortlisted candidates. If you'd like to learn more before applying, please contact our resourcing team at [e-mail].

Benefits

Our rewards package includes:

• Annual Conference and Awards events
• Opportunities for career development and personal growth
• Discounts across major retailers, restaurants, and events
• Employee, Family, and Friends discounts at hotels in our portfolio and partner hotels worldwide
• 50% off food and beverages during hotel stays
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Line for mental health, wellbeing, financial, and legal support
• Unlimited free access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms)

What you’ll bring to the team

To succeed, you should have previous experience managing kitchen operations in compliance with all standards and regulations. Strong leadership, motivational communication, and interpersonal skills are essential. You should also have a passion for managing budgets and controlling costs effectively and consistently.

Next steps

A member of our hotel team will contact you to schedule a 15-minute chat to learn more about you, explain the role, and discuss your skills. Successful candidates will then meet with the Business Excellence Manager.

At Kew Green Hotels, we value diversity and inclusion. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please complete the relevant questions or contact us at [e-mail].

Who are Kew Green Hotels?

Kew Green Hotels is a rapidly expanding global company with a diverse portfolio, including brands such as IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, and Hilton. We share core values that unite us. Visit our website for more information.

Join our Kew-Team today!