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Job Title: Kitchen Manager

Reports To: Executive Chef

Department: Food and Beverage

Salary: 37,000 - 40,000

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Role Summary

To manage the operational, compliance, and financial performance of the hotel's main restaurant kitchen, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

Oversee daily kitchen operations Prepare, cook, and present food to specification Oversee food preparation and cooking Ensure food plating is to specification and quality standards Manage stock, ordering, and suppliers Monitor food costs and wastage Ensure kitchen opening and closing procedures are adhered to

Training & Development

Deliver training on FSMS requirements Ensure training materials, kitchen documents and policies are displayed and up to date Ensure team are trained on and follow specification sheets Coach team on compliance and kitchen standards

Team Leadership & Management

Support recruitment and onboarding Conduct team briefings and performance reviews Manage rota and ensure adequate staffing Ensure all accidents, incidents and serious food complaints are logged in accordance with company policy Manage and report on the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) Ensure HACCP logs and allergen procedures are followed

Stock Control

Support Executive Chef in maintaining spec sheets Responsible for costing dishes and achieving GP targets Manage inventory systems (Procure Wizard, Access POS) ensuring accuracy and accountability

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Food GP% and waste reduction Audit and compliance scores Labour costs% Cleanliness and hygiene standards

Langdale Estate Little Extras

Be our guest with a yearly complimentary stay in our Langdale hotel, B&B rate for one night.*

Get fit for free with complimentary access to our Fitness and Leisure Facilities.*

Get fed for free with meals available in our staff canteen.*

Get recognised with a chance to win cash prizes through Guest Nominations and for colleagues voting you a Langdale Superstar.*

Get a bonus of up to 300.00 with our Refer a Friend scheme.*

Get Support with access to our confidential and impartial Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supported by our team of trained Mental Health First Aiders.*

Get it for less with staff discounts in Wainwrights Inn, Brimstone Spa, Brimstone Hotel, and Stove Restaurant alongside external Discounts such as Kendal Physio, Windermere Cruises, and B&Q Trade.*

Get Security after 6 months service you will gain enhanced Sick Pay and Life Cover up to twice your salary.*

Equal Opportunity Employer

Langdale is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. At Langdale, we cherish diversity. We're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents flourish. Our dedication to diversity fuels innovation, ensuring we remain at the forefront of our industry. Join us and be a part of a team that celebrates differences, creating a brighter, more diverse future together.