Kitchen Manager

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Kitchen Manager to join the team at The Pavilion, Wood Lane.. This is a key role responsible for the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen, with a strong focus on health & safety, food hygiene, quality, consistency and team management. The successful candidate will have solid professional kitchen experience, strong organisational skills and a genuine understanding of maintaining high standards in a busy kitchen environment..

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen..
• Lead, motivate and manage the kitchen team, ensuring standards are consistently maintained..
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, health & safety and cleanliness standards throughout the kitchen..
• Ensure all food safety procedures, HACCP processes and relevant legislation are followed..
• Complete and maintain accurate food safety, temperature, cleaning and safety records..
• Carry out regular checks of equipment, storage areas, fridges, freezers and food preparation areas..
• Ensure correct food storage, labelling, dating and stock rotation procedures are followed..
• Manage allergen controls and ensure the team understands and follows allergen procedures..
• Monitor food quality, portion control and presentation..
• Manage stock levels, ordering and deliveries while minimising waste..
• Work closely with the General Manager to maintain kitchen budgets and control food costs..
• Ensure the kitchen is appropriately staffed and organised for busy service periods..
• Train and develop kitchen team members in food preparation, hygiene, safety and operational procedures..
• Identify and address any health, safety or food hygiene issues promptly..
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across the kitchen and associated areas..
• Support menu development and contribute ideas to improve the food offering and kitchen operation..

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience working in a professional kitchen, ideally in a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef or senior kitchen position..
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures..
• A good understanding of HACCP principles and allergen management..
• Experience managing and developing a kitchen team..
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills..
• The ability to remain calm and effective under pressure..
• A hands-on approach and willingness to lead by example..
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to manage a team..
• Good understanding of stock control, ordering and food cost management..
• A high level of attention to detail and pride in maintaining standards.

Experience: RequiredEmployment: Full-timeSalary: £30,000 – £35,000 yearlyStarting time: Immediate start!

About PAVILION WOOD LANE:

Long standing community pub

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