To lead and manage the kitchen operation, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality food, full compliance with food safety standards, and a well-organised, efficient working environment. You will be responsible for maintaining standards, supporting your team, and ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly at all times.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Management
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen
- Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and presented to a high standard
- Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen environment
- Ensure service runs efficiently, even during busy periods
Team Leadership
- Lead, support, and motivate the kitchen team
- Ensure staff are trained and working to company standards
- Promote a positive and professional working culture
- Manage staffing levels and rota planning where required
Food Safety & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, HACCP, and health & safety regulations
- Maintain accurate records and documentation
- Ensure all team members follow correct procedures at all times
Stock & Cost Control
- Manage stock levels, ordering, and deliveries
- Monitor food costs, waste, and portion control
- Work to agreed budgets and support cost efficiency
Person Specification
- Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager or in a senior kitchen leadership role
- Strong organisational and leadership skills
- Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- A hands-on, proactive approach
- Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.
Job Reference: com/1806/44018002/52815296/SU #RA Group
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!