Kitchen Manager
Core
Leading the kitchen operations at a pub to ensure consistent food quality, safety, and cost efficiency while supporting the wider guest experience.
Role type
Kitchen Manager (hands-on IC)
Builds
Food service for local customers in a pub setting
Domain
Hospitality / Pub & Restaurant
Required skills
Kitchen operations management, team leadership, food safety compliance, stock and waste control, cost management, allergen handling, high-pressure service execution
Preferred skills
Previous experience as Kitchen Manager/Head Chef/Sous Chef, experience in busy pub or high-volume kitchen, ability to coach and develop staff, passion for hospitality
Technologies
POS systems, inventory management tools, food safety software
Responsibilities
Leading and motivating the kitchen team, maintaining food quality and presentation standards, ensuring food safety and hygiene procedures, managing stock and controlling waste, monitoring kitchen costs, organizing team schedules for smooth service, coaching staff development, leading from the front during busy services
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC