Strategic Kitchen Manager | Lead, Profit & Quality

Kew Green Hotels; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kew Green Hotels in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to own the kitchen operation at our property. You’ll lead from the front, driving quality, efficiency and profitability while building a positive, engaging culture for your team.

Reporting to the Hotel Manager, you will ensure high standards, compliance and consistent guest experiences, while managing budgets, stock and the development of Line Chefs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Kitchen Manager or Head Chef.
• Strong leadership and people management.
• Deep knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Experience managing budgets and costs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality food and guest experience.
• Lead and develop kitchen team to deliver excellence.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and audits.
• Manage stock control, ordering and waste to minimise loss.
• Own budgets and deliver against financial targets.
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance guest experience.
• Support recruitment and training of Line Chefs.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Food safety knowledge

Budget management

Staff development

Job description

Kew Green Hotels in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to own the kitchen operation at our property. You’ll lead from the front, driving quality, efficiency and profitability while building a positive, engaging culture for your team.

Reporting to the Hotel Manager, you will ensure high standards, compliance and consistent guest experiences, while managing budgets, stock and the development of Line Chefs.