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Deputy Kitchen Manager

United Kingdom, Ashford Employment contract 28080.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 31, 2026
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We're looking for a driven and ambitious Deputy Kitchen Manager to support the delivery of a high-quality, efficient and profitable kitchen operation. Working closely with the Kitchen Manager, you'll play a key role in leading the team, maintaining standards and ensuring every dish contributes to a great guest experience. You'll support the day-to-day leadership of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety and team performance. You're an aspiring kitchen leader with a passion for food, people and performance. You're ready to take on more responsibility and develop your leadership capability. At Kew Green Hotels, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Job Responsibility

  • Stepping into a leadership role in the absence of the Kitchen Manager, ensuring smooth operations
  • Ensuring all food is prepared, presented and served to brand standards and food safety requirements
  • Working alongside the Kitchen Manager on menu planning and implementation to drive quality and guest appeal
  • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organisation and compliance across the kitchen
  • Supporting stocktakes, ordering and stock control to minimise waste and support profitability
  • Contributing ideas and feedback to improve kitchen performance and guest experience
  • Ensuring all health, safety, hygiene and food safety standards are consistently met
  • Training, motivating and supervising team members to deliver service excellence

Requirements

  • Experience at Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie level
  • A good understanding of kitchen operations, food safety and compliance standards
  • Strong leadership potential, with the ability to motivate and influence others
  • A proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to step up when needed
  • Commercial awareness, with an understanding of cost control and waste reduction
  • The ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A positive, can-do attitude and a desire to progress your career

What we offer

  • Career development through fully funded apprenticeships and our internal development programme
  • Discounts on hotel stays and a variety of major retailers, restaurants and days out
  • Free use of our gyms, pools, and leisure facilities
  • 24/7 access to wellbeing, financial, and legal support
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