Kitchen Manager - GBK Brunswick

Gourmet Burger Kitchen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent restaurant chain in Greater London seeks an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee operations. You will lead a team of chefs to ensure every burger meets high standards for taste and presentation. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and a passion for food. This role offers excellent opportunities for career development and flexible working arrangements, along with a variety of employee benefits including discounts and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

50% Off total bill for you and 5 friends

Exclusive Discounts via BRG Spark App

20% off at Carluccio's retail gift shop & deli

Access to advanced pay with Wage Stream

Bonus scheme for referrals

Career development opportunities

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen management or head chef role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• A deep love for food and cooking.
• Excellent organisational abilities.
• Keen eye for detail.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Run the Kitchen, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Inspire and manage a team of chefs and kitchen staff.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards for taste and presentation.
• Manage stock and orders for cost efficiency.
• Uphold food hygiene and kitchen safety standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Culinary Passion

Safety Knowledge

Job description

Responsibilities

• Run the Kitchen: Take the reins in the kitchen, ensuring everything runs smoothly, from prep to plating. You'll be the go-to person for all things food-related.
• Lead by Example: Inspire and manage a team of chefs and kitchen staff, ensuring they're motivated, well‑trained, and delivering consistently high standards.
• Maintain Quality: Ensure every dish that leaves the kitchen meets GBK's high standards for taste, presentation, and quality. You'll be the guardian of our famous burgers!
• Manage Stock & Orders: Keep the kitchen stocked with the freshest ingredients, manage orders, and ensure cost efficiency without compromising on quality.
• Ensure Safety & Cleanliness: Uphold the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety, making sure everything is spick and span and in line with health regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience in a kitchen management or head chef role, preferably in a fast‑paced restaurant environment.
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a team under pressure.
• Culinary Passion: A deep love for food and cooking, with a particular passion for creating gourmet burgers that wow our customers.
• Organisational Skills: Excellent organisational abilities to manage the kitchen's operations, from stock control to team rotas.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail to ensure every plate leaving the kitchen is perfect.
• Commitment to Safety: Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations, with a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.

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.

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 GBK?

Are you a whizz in the kitchen with a love for crafting top‑notch food? Ready to step up and lead a busy kitchen team? Gourmet Burger Kitchen (GBK) is looking for a skilled Kitchen Manager to take charge of our kitchen operations and ensure every burger we serve is nothing short of perfection.

Benefits

• Feast on 50% Off your total bill for you and 5 friends across all our brands – because great food should be shared!
• Unlock Exclusive Discounts on thousands of online and high‑street retailers, plus restaurants, through our BRG Spark App.
• Stock up on Favourites: Enjoy 20% off at Carluccio's retail gift shop & deli.
• Get Paid When You Need It with Wage Stream, offering access to advanced pay.
• Refer Friends and Earn with our bonus scheme.
• Skyrocket Your Career: Excellent opportunities for career development across our diverse brand portfolio.
• Work Your Way: Enjoy flexible working opportunities that suit your lifestyle.