Kitchen Manager

Overview
Lead the Kitchen. Own the Standards. Be Part of Something Exciting.

We are a vibrant Family Entertainment Centre offering a wide range of activities, including arcade games, bowling, laser tag, and food \& beverage services, all under one roof. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional guest experiences in a fun, safe, and energetic environment.

We're currently recruiting an experienced and driven Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen operation.

About the Role
As Kitchen Manager, you will take full ownership of the kitchen, leading a team of kitchen staff to deliver consistent, high\-quality food production across all service periods. You'll be responsible for maintaining standards, managing the team, controlling costs, and ensuring full compliance with food safety legislation. This is a hands\-on role in a busy, high\-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and motivate the kitchen team across all shifts


• Oversee all food production, ensuring dishes are prepared and presented to recipe and brand standard


• Maintain full compliance with food hygiene, allergen, and health and safety legislation


• Manage food ordering, stock control, and wastage to support cost targets


• Conduct and maintain accurate HACCP records, temperature logs, and kitchen compliance documentation


• Train, develop, and onboard kitchen team members, maintaining training records


• Manage kitchen rotas and ensure adequate staffing for all service periods


• Work closely with the F\&B Manager and senior management team on menu development, events, and operational planning

• Proven management experience within a restaurant or hospitality environment, ideally as a Kitchen Supervisor or similar role.


• Extensive background in food production, cooking, serving, and food preparation.


• Demonstrable leadership skills with experience supervising teams in a fast\-paced setting.


• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.


• Previous experience working in a restaurant or culinary setting is essential; barista experience is considered an asset.


• Familiarity with managing inventory systems and ordering supplies efficiently.


• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask effectively under pressure.


• A passion for culinary arts combined with strong communication skills to motivate staff and deliver exceptional customer service.

• A fun, supportive, and inclusive working environment


• Competitive salary of £27,500 per annum


• Full operational support and clear progression opportunities


• Staff discounts on food, attractions, and family packages

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Employee discount


• On\-site parking

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