We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen team, maintain the highest standards of food quality and safety, and contribute to the continued growth of our menu and reputation.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service at all times.
- Lead, motivate, and develop the kitchen team to deliver consistently high-quality dishes.
- Organise staff rotas and ensure adequate staffing levels for service and prep.
- Maintain the highest culinary standards, presentation, and portion control.
- Work closely with the owners/chefs to develop and implement seasonal menus.
- Ensure all dishes align with Bottle and Thyme’s brand, vision, and sustainability ethos.
- Uphold and enforce food safety, hygiene, and allergen control procedures in line with UK regulations.
- Oversee regular cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance.
- Manage stock levels, carry out weekly stock takes, and order supplies within budget.
- Monitor food costs, minimise waste, and ensure efficient portion control.
- Build and maintain relationships with local suppliers.
- Train new and existing staff on recipes, techniques, and safety procedures.
- Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen environment.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and identify training needs.
Essential Traits & Skills
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team.
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
- High standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation.
- Resilient under pressure, with a calm and solution-focused approach.
- Keen eye for detail and commitment to hygiene and safety standards.
- Adaptable, with the ability to manage seasonal menu changes and new ideas.
- Financial awareness to manage budgets, costs, and profitability.
Experience Required
- Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong understanding of UK food hygiene laws and Level 3 Food Safety qualification (Level 4 desirable).
- Experience with stock control, ordering, and supplier management.
- Passion for fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.
Benefits:
- Be part of a fun, creative, independent restaurant
- Working with people who are proud of what they do and where they work
- Room to grow and develop and being a part of a place where you and your ideas matter
- Regular team socials and check-ins
- 30% discount across both brands Bottle & Thyme and elder for yourself
- Festive holidays off - Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
We don’t always find a CV tell us very much about who you are, so please include as much information as you can in your application to let us know why you think you would be a good fit for our team.
If you think this describes you we would love to hear from you. Whilst we would love to get back to everyone, we will only be in contact with those who progress to the next stage.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Work Location: In perso
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