Kitchen Manager: Lead a Fast-Paced Team to Excellence

Slim Chickens Uxbridge; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £33,250

45 hours/week

Growth with brand

Team development

Career progression

Pride in food hospitality

Job summary

Slim Chickens in Uxbridge is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen, ensure top quality and deliver consistent dishes in a fast-paced setting. You will manage the kitchen team, uphold HACCP, food safety and stock control, and work with the General Manager on rotas and staffing requirements.

If you are passionate about food quality, team leadership and thrive under pressure, this role offers real progression within a growing brand.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen handling.
• Willingness to obtain Level 3 Food Safety qualification if not held already.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all kitchen operations to ensure smooth, efficient and consistent service.
• Leading, motivating, training and developing your kitchen team.
• Ensuring all food is prepared and presented in line with Slim Chickens recipes and brand standards.
• Taking ownership of food safety, HACCP records, allergen controls and temperature checks.
• Maintaining excellent kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Managing stock ordering, deliveries, stock rotation and preparation levels.
• Monitoring food costs, controlling waste and ensuring effective stock management.
• Maintaining kitchen equipment and reporting any faults promptly.
• Working closely with the General Manager on kitchen rotas and staffing requirements.
• Leading by example and supporting the team during busy service periods.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Allergen procedures

Education

Level 3 Food Safety qualification

Job description

Slim Chickens in Uxbridge is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen, ensure top quality and deliver consistent dishes in a fast-paced setting. You will manage the kitchen team, uphold HACCP, food safety and stock control, and work with the General Manager on rotas and staffing requirements.

If you are passionate about food quality, team leadership and thrive under pressure, this role offers real progression within a growing brand.