Kitchen Manager - Chiswick, London

Who we are  

room2 is the world’s first hometel brand; designing beautiful net-zero hotels which enable both our guests and employees to become the best version of themselves, whilst giving more than we take to our local & global communities.

We are a family-run organisation focused on providing world-class guest experiences and with a pipeline of growth to 2030 it's a great time to start your journey with us. We are currently seeking a breakfast chef  at room2 Chiswick.

What the role is ​

We are looking for a Kitchen Manager to supervise daily back of house restaurant operations.

Kitchen Manager responsibilities include supervising the food prep and cooking, maintaining a fully-stocked kitchen inventory and complying with safety and cleanliness standards. To be successful in this role, you should be able to manage a small team of kitchen staff and guide them to deliver quality food on time.

Venue Operation: ​

• Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders
• Food prep and cooking
• Check food plating and temperature
• Portion sizes control 
• Schedule kitchen staff shifts
• Price menu items in collaboration with the Restaurant Manager
• Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed
• Keep weekly and monthly cost reports
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area
• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards. Further….
• Implement F&B control procedures. 
• Ensure consistent achievement of service and h&s standards.
• Help create a safe environment for both staff and guests and adhere to the food standards/health and safety policy and procedures. (Labelling/Day dots/Haccp/Allergens/Kitchen record keeping)
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers 

Requirements  

• Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager or Head Chef
• Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients
• Knowledge of a wide range of recipes
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
• Excellent organisational skills
• Conflict management abilities
• Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment
• Flexibility to work during evenings and weekends

What you can expect  

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme   
• Multiple online training opportunities
• 1 free night stay at any of our properties per year, with generous employee discount thereafter
• Pension scheme
• Loyalty rewards and referral bonuses
• Company sick pay scheme
• 2 paid volunteer days per year and annual fundraisers for charities aligned to our core pillars
• Additional annual leave with length of service
• Cycle to work scheme use of gym facilities in our hotels
• Access to activity workshops we host for our guests and the community
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family
• Regular social activities including monthly people & planet focused engagement activities
• Personal development programmes and opportunities to grow as we do