Step into a leadership role with a globally recognised hospitality brand. Ceek Talent is partnering with a well-established organisation to recruit a Kitchen Manager who will take full ownership of back-of-house operations, ensuring the highest culinary standards, operational efficiency, and team performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional to lead a dynamic kitchen environment while driving quality, consistency, and commercial success.
What is expected of you?
- Oversee the full operation of the kitchen and back-of-house function
- Ensure all food is prepared, presented, and delivered in line with brand standards
- Manage kitchen budgets, including food costs, purchasing, and stock control
- Monitor and improve P&L performance and cost efficiency
- Plan and manage staff schedules aligned with business needs and forecasts
- Maintain strict compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations
- Lead, mentor, and develop kitchen staff to ensure high performance and engagement
- Ensure consistency in recipe execution, portion control, and service delivery
- Support senior leadership in building a strong, values-driven team culture
- Drive continuous improvement in kitchen operations, systems, and processes
- Oversee recruitment, training, and retention of kitchen talent
- Conduct performance reviews and set clear goals for team members
- Foster a guest-first mindset across the kitchen team
- Implement learning and development initiatives to support team growth
What are you expected to bring?
- Minimum 10 years of experience in hospitality, including strong culinary operations exposure
- Proven experience in managing kitchen teams and high-volume environments
- Strong financial understanding, including budgeting and cost control
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and relevant certifications
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities and hands-on approach
- Passion for food and delivering high-quality guest experiences
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Fluency in English; additional languages are considered an asset
- Ability to bring innovative ideas and continuously improve operations
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- KPI-based performance bonus
- Private health insurance
- Employee discounts across all company outlets
- Opportunity to work with a globally recognised hospitality brand
- Clear scope for professional development and career progression
If you’re a driven kitchen leader looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out for a confidential discussion.