Multisite Kitchen Leader: Elevate Pasta Operations

Pasta Evangelists; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discount at Harrods restaurant

Pasta tastings

Free Pasta Evangelists products

Cycle to work scheme

28 days paid annual leave (bank hols)

Job summary

Pasta Evangelists is seeking a dedicated Multisite Manager to lead our cloud kitchens across a designated area. You will oversee daily operations, ensure food safety compliance, coach and engage staff, and maintain high quality across all sites, including evenings and weekends.

This hands-on role requires travel between sites, regular site visits, and collaboration with the Area Manager to drive sales and profitability while opening new kitchens and training teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial role, preferably in multi-site operations or the food service industry.
• Flexible and willing to travel between sites, including overnight stays.
• UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Solid understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; able to develop talent.
• Ability to work shifts including weeknights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across multiple kitchens, ensuring standards and safety.
• Visit sites weekly with 2-6 sites under management.
• Maintain daily contact with sites and lead weekly meetings with team leaders.
• Develop Hire & Retain plan and train staff.
• Track KPIs and service times to identify improvements.
• Collaborate with Area Manager on recruitment and working practices.
• Conduct robust Performance Appraisals.
• Develop team leaders through coaching.
• Manage employee relations issues in line with employment law.
• Track absence and holidays; enforce absence policy.
• Ensure health, safety, and food hygiene regulations are followed.
• Maintain consistent food quality across sites.
• Recognise high performers and celebrate sales achievements.
• Set and communicate daily/weekly Sales Goals.
• Work with Area Manager to maximise kitchen profitability.
• Assist with opening new kitchens and training.
• Deputy for Area Manager when required.

Skills

Managerial experience

Travel readiness

Leadership

Excellent communication

UK driving licence

Food safety knowledge

Analytical thinking

Sales-driven

Job description

Pasta Evangelists is seeking a dedicated Multisite Manager to lead our cloud kitchens across a designated area. You will oversee daily operations, ensure food safety compliance, coach and engage staff, and maintain high quality across all sites, including evenings and weekends.

This hands-on role requires travel between sites, regular site visits, and collaboration with the Area Manager to drive sales and profitability while opening new kitchens and training teams.