Multi site food manager

Lean kitchen network; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary management group in London is seeking a Multisite Café & Street Food Manager to oversee three locations. The role involves operational leadership, financial management, and team development. Ideal for those with experience in the café or street food sector looking to advance their careers. Competitive salary of £30,000 – £34,000 offered, with immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Experience in a café, QSR, or street food environment.
• Strong people skills to motivate and develop a team.
• Understanding of food safety and health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of three sites.
• Support in P&L management and food cost control.
• Recruit, train, and manage a small team.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Awareness

Problem-Solving

Detail-Oriented

Job description

Overview

Multisite Café & Food Hall Manager at Lean Kitchen Network (LKN). We partner with global brands to create and scale innovative food concepts, currently serving 300+ locations with kitchen operators, hotels, universities, and retailers. By joining LKN, you will be part of a fast-growing company that turns everyday spaces into culinary destinations.

About Lean Kitchen Network: Recruiting Chefs that can join our Lean Kitchen Network family. A passion to develop your knowledge, the ability to multi-task, serve consistently high quality food and communicate well with customers / delivery drivers is essential.

Role

Multisite Café & Street Food Manager. We are looking for a driven and ambitious manager to oversee three London-based locations: one café and two street food stalls. This full-time, on-site role is ideal for a junior manager looking to step up and develop their skills in multisite operations, financial management, and leadership. You’ll receive training and guidance to grow into a senior management role.

Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Oversee the daily operations of three sites, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and great customer experiences.
• Financial Management: Support in P&L management, food cost control, and improving profitability.
• Team Development: Recruit, train, and manage a small team, helping them grow while fostering a positive and supportive culture.
• Quality & Customer Experience: Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and service across all locations.
• Inventory & Supplier Management: Manage stock levels, coordinate with vendors, and control costs.
• Process & Efficiency: Implement best practices to improve operations, maximise sales, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Development Kitchen Support: Help manage our development kitchen, where we create and refine some of LKN’s exciting food brands.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Ideal for a manager in a café, QSR, or street food environment looking to take the next step.
• Leadership Potential: Strong people skills, with the ability to motivate, train, and develop a team.
• Financial Awareness: Some experience with P&L, budgeting, and food cost control is beneficial but not essential.
• Operational Know-How: Understanding of food safety, compliance, and health regulations.
• Problem-Solver: Ability to multitask, adapt to change, and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for quality, cleanliness, and efficiency.

Growth & Benefits

Grow with LKN. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and gain multisite management experience in a supportive and fast-growing company, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and start your journey with LKN!

Details

• Experience: Required
• Employment: Full-time
• Salary: £30,000 – £34,000 yearly
• Starting time: Immediate start