Kitchen Operations Lead | Stock, Cost Control & Quality

Compass Group; Forest Row; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Manager for Glyndebourne. This role involves overseeing stock management, food ordering, and cost control across multiple outlets while ensuring operational excellence during events. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, and experience in the kitchen environment, supporting the culinary team effectively. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are included.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Free onsite car parking

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning development programmes

Access to a Digital GP for you and your family

Travel discounts with leading brands

Savings on supermarket shopping

Up to 44% off cinema tickets

Cashback rewards and retail discounts

Free wellbeing, mindfulness, and exercise classes

Discounts shared with friends and family

Qualifications

• Experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or Chef de Partie with strong admin/stock skills.
• Confident with ordering systems, goods receipting, and supplier communication.
• Knowledge of food safety, allergens, and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead all stock management processes across multiple kitchens.
• Manage all food ordering using approved suppliers and systems.
• Support the Head Chef in ensuring consistent food quality and presentation.
• Work closely with chefs, front-of-house teams, venue management, and RA support teams.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Food cost understanding

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Stock/ordering platforms

Job description

A leading hospitality provider in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Manager for Glyndebourne. This role involves overseeing stock management, food ordering, and cost control across multiple outlets while ensuring operational excellence during events. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, and experience in the kitchen environment, supporting the culinary team effectively. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are included.