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Kitchen Manager
Are you an experienced Kitchen Manager looking for the next step in your career - one that offers more balance, while still delivering the energy and pace of a high-performing kitchen? We’ve got just the role for you.
We’re working with a busy, branded hospitality business in Exeter known for its consistency, quality, and healthy approach. They’re now looking for a Kitchen Manager to take charge of the back-of-house operation and drive both performance and standards.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident leader from a fast-paced, branded background, who thrives under pressure and has a real passion for leading a kitchen team to success.
Kitchen Manager - The Role:
As Kitchen Manager, you'll be responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen - ensuring your team is motivated, food is consistently high-quality, and costs are under control. This is a hands-on management role where your commercial awareness and leadership will make all the difference.
You’ll be working starting earlier in the morning, with shifts running into the afternoon, giving you more balance and time back — though some flexibility will be required to support evening operations when needed.
Kitchen Manager - What You'll Need:
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Experience in a fast-paced, branded kitchen at Kitchen Manager or Head Chef level
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A solid understanding of KPI's and the ability to hit targets
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Strong financial control skills, including: stock ordering & control, wastage & cost management, labour and rota planning, P&L accountability & budgeting.
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A passion for developing and leading teams - coaching, training, and motivating staff
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Excellent communication and organisation, with a hands-on, solutions-focused approach
Kitchen Manager - What’s On Offer:
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Competitive salary of up to £32,000 per year
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Earlier start with no late evenings
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The chance to join a respected branded business with a loyal customer base and strong internal culture
If you’ve got the skills to run a kitchen like clockwork and you’re ready to step into a role that gives you challenge and balance, we want to hear from you. Please click Apply today and you will receive a call back within 48 hours.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
