Kitchen Manager - Bournemouth

TGI Fridays; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Bournemouth seeks a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef responsible for leading kitchen operations and performance. The ideal candidate will have solid restaurant experience, strong financial skills, and the ability to inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. They will manage all aspects of kitchen performance and uphold quality standards, contributing to a vibrant team culture.

Benefits

Competitive Salary guaranteed 48-Hour contract & unlimited TRONC

30 days paid holiday

Enhanced pension benefits

Private medical healthcare

50% discount on food for the employee and up to 5 guests

Participation in reward programmes, long service awards

Skill development programmes

Participation in Apprenticeships programmes

Refer a Friend scheme

Wellbeing and support services

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Solid experience in a similar role, with a proven track record of leading and delivering.
• Ability to demonstrate the delivery of a guest obsessed culture.
• Restaurant / hospitality experience.
• Proven track record of leading teams to success.
• Strong financial skills and ability to manage audits and due diligence.
• Ability and skill to manage budgets, labour controls and forecasting.
• Strong commercial acumen that enables you to drive sales and deliver business results.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think fast.
• Great communication skills that allow you to lead and inspire a team and delight our guests.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the performance of the kitchen team.
• Full responsibility for overseeing all aspects of the kitchen operation and performance, including People, Guest, Sales, Profit, Operations, Health & Safety and Property.
• Ensure that standards are maintained and kitchen performance delivers its targets.

Skills

Solid experience in a similar role

Guest obsessed culture delivery

Restaurant / hospitality experience

Proven track record of leading teams

Strong financial skills

Ability to manage budgets

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent problem-solving skills

Great communication skills

Job description

Overview

While reporting to the General Manager, you will lead all aspects of kitchen operations for the store. Your key duties include leading and inspiring the kitchen team and taking full responsibility for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operation and performance, including People, Guest, Sales, Profit, Operations, Health & Safety, and Property. Ensure TGI Friday's standards are maintained and the kitchen delivers targets through a People First, Guest Obsessed, Operational Excellence Strategy.

We celebrate individuality and authenticity. We celebrate diversity through our "Pridays" forum and inclusivity programmes. We support LGBTQ+ rights, gender equity and accessibility by encouraging our team to bring their true self to every shift. We all belong in the Fridays Family.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the performance of the kitchen team.
• Full responsibility for overseeing all aspects of the kitchen operation and performance, including People, Guest, Sales, Profit, Operations, Health & Safety and Property.
• Ensure that standards are maintained and the kitchen performance delivers its targets through the stated strategy.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in a similar role, with a proven track record of leading and delivering.
• The ability to demonstrate the delivery of a guest obsessed culture.
• Restaurant / hospitality experience
• Proven track record of leading teams to success
• Strong financial skills and ability to manage audits and due diligence.
• The ability and skill to manage budgets, labour controls and forecasting.
• Strong commercial acumen that enables you to drive sales and deliver business results.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think fast.
• Great communication skills that allow you to lead and inspire a team and delight our guests.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary guaranteed 48-Hour contract & unlimited TRONC.
• Guaranteed 48-hour contract (over 7-day operation)
• 30 days paid holiday each year.
• Enhanced pension benefits and private medical healthcare
• 50% discount on food in our restaurants for you and up to 5 guests
• Participation in our reward programmes, long service awards, leadership conferences and many cultural events
• Skill development programmes that will support you in fast-tracking your career progression.
• Participation in Apprenticeships programmes available at all levels.
• Refer a Friend scheme with bonuses for successful referrals.
• Unlimited TRONC
• Family Friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Participation in local incentives offering travel experiences globally.
• Wellbeing and support services, including 24/7 helpline access to nurses and counsellors.
• Discounted gym membership and online fitness classes.
• Flexible pay options, savings accounts, discounts, cashback, and access to financial coaching.
• Opportunities to make new friends and be part of a dynamic team.

Apply directly to us and enjoy the listed benefits. This role is for a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef aiming to deliver a magical guest experience with real food and celebrations.