Kitchen Manager: Lead a High-Volume, Growth-Focused Kitchen

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £33k

45 hours per week

Career progression

Growth opportunities

Be part of team

Job summary

Slim Chickens in Uxbridge is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead daily kitchen operations and deliver high-quality, on-brand dishes. You will manage a dedicated team, ensure food safety and HACCP compliance, and drive efficiency across prep, service and stock control.

The role requires strong leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, with the ability to train staff, manage rotas and maintain impeccable hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager, Head Chef or senior kitchen leader within a high-volume restaurant environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures.
• Level 3 Food Safety qualification, or willingness to obtain one.

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

Team motivation

Education

Level 3 Food Safety qualification

Job description

Slim Chickens in Uxbridge is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead daily kitchen operations and deliver high-quality, on-brand dishes. You will manage a dedicated team, ensure food safety and HACCP compliance, and drive efficiency across prep, service and stock control.

The role requires strong leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, with the ability to train staff, manage rotas and maintain impeccable hygiene standards.