Kitchen Manager: Lead a Fast, Quality Kitchen Team

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garden center retailer is looking for a Kitchen Manager to oversee the kitchen team and maintain high service standards. You'll be responsible for food hygiene, training staff, and managing budgets while creating a positive work environment. The ideal candidate will have food service experience and a passion for customer satisfaction. Enjoy generous staff discounts and a culture that values teamwork and development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

50% off in Restaurants

Access to financial wellbeing support

Employee wellbeing platform

Continuous development opportunities

Thriving company culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food service and management roles.
• Ability to coach and train team members effectively.
• Strong understanding of budgets and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to achieve efficient and budget-compliant service.
• Ensure timely and high-quality meal presentation to customers.
• Maintain hygiene compliance and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Foster a positive team culture for enjoyable operations.

Skills

Food service management

Commercial awareness

Training and coaching

Adaptability

Team leadership

Job description

A leading garden center retailer is looking for a Kitchen Manager to oversee the kitchen team and maintain high service standards. You'll be responsible for food hygiene, training staff, and managing budgets while creating a positive work environment. The ideal candidate will have food service experience and a passion for customer satisfaction. Enjoy generous staff discounts and a culture that values teamwork and development.