Launch Kitchen Manager - New Restaurant Lead

Aramark; Waterford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension & life cover

Generous annual leave

Employee benefits platform

EAP 24/7

Mental health champions

Free meal on duty

Free gym access

Job summary

Aramark UK's Boiler House Restaurant in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team from launch in January 2026. You will own all back-of-house operations, ensure food quality, safety and financial targets, and build a high-performing kitchen culture in a brand-new venue.

You will partner with the Restaurant Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences, recruit and develop talent, and drive continuous improvement across menus and processes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Kitchen Manager or Head Chef.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations in hospitality.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, HACCP and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to manage budgets, costs and stock.
• Hands-on leadership style with focus on quality.
• Flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Deliver high standards of food quality and service.
• Recruit, train and develop a high-performing kitchen team.
• Manage food, labour costs and operating expenses.
• Ensure food prepared and served to brand standards.
• Oversee stock control, orders and supplier relationships.
• Drive waste reduction and efficient production.
• Maintain food safety, allergen and health standards.
• Collaborate with Restaurant Manager on objectives.
• Support menu development and continuous improvement.
• Maintain clean, safe kitchen environment.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Food safety HACCP

Budgeting & cost control

Team development

Operations management

Job description

Aramark UK's Boiler House Restaurant in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen team from launch in January 2026. You will own all back-of-house operations, ensure food quality, safety and financial targets, and build a high-performing kitchen culture in a brand-new venue.

You will partner with the Restaurant Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences, recruit and develop talent, and drive continuous improvement across menus and processes.