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Deputy Kitchen Manager

United Kingdom, Chatham Employment contract 28080.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 30, 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.

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
  • Good understanding of kitchen operations, food safety and compliance standards
  • Strong leadership potential, with the ability to motivate and influence others
  • Proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to step up when needed
  • Commercial awareness, with an understanding of cost control and waste reduction
  • Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • 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
  • monthly service charge

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