Kitchen Operations Manager

1 week ago


Beckenham, Greater London, United Kingdom KYN Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Chef Assistant to join our team at KYN, a leading provider of elevated care services. As a key member of our culinary team, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional dining experiences for our residents.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in the smooth operation of the kitchen, ensuring the delivery of high-quality dishes that meet KYN's exceptional standards.
  • Ensure that all dishes are prepared and presented in line with KYN's culinary standards, maintaining the highest levels of quality and presentation.
  • Monitor and maintain high standards of cleanliness and best practices in the kitchen, adhering to all relevant health and safety regulations.
  • Drive consistency in our food offering, ensuring menus are delivered to the agreed specification and exceeding resident expectations.
  • Be organized and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on delivering a seamless service to our residents.
  • Monitor health and safety, compliance, and procedures to ensure standards are maintained in both kitchen and dining teams.
  • Ensure the team adheres to all kitchen service standards in every task they undertake.
  • Take receipt of all deliveries and ensure mise-en-place is carried out in your allocated area of work to meet forecasted demands.
  • Record temperature checks on food and in storage areas as directed, ensuring statutory requirements are met and any variances are reported immediately.
  • Maintain high standards of working practices in terms of personal appearance and working methods.
  • Report all damage, hazards, and wear and tear occurring within your areas of work.
  • Store food items correctly and in rotation to minimize wastage, using all company labeling and dating processes.
  • Complete the opening/closing checklists on a daily basis.
  • Maintain a clean and tidy appearance and work in an orderly manner in line with brand standards and legal requirements.
  • Ensure all security and control procedures are strictly adhered to.
  • Exceed expectations and consistency in every role or task undertaken.
  • Commit to building relationships with our residents and fully understanding their needs.
  • Ensure that wastage is kept to a minimum through stock rotation and ensuring portion controls are adhered to.
  • Ensure all stock is stored and rotated correctly in accordance with KYN's policies and food safety regulations.
About You

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Executive Chef Assistant who has a proven track record of delivering and maintaining kitchen standards at the highest level. You will have:

  • Experience of working within a similar hospitality venue.
  • Strong communication skills, an approachable manner, and an eye for detail.
  • A passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences and driving standards that exceed expectations.
  • A commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant environment.
  • A trustworthy, caring, adaptable, friendly, and patient approach to work.
About Our Commitment to You

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

  • Competitive salary and benefits.
  • 33 days annual leave including bank holidays.
  • Complimentary meals, hot drinks, and snacks throughout your shift.
  • Bespoke company induction and ongoing training programs at all levels.
  • Access to the best-in-class equipment and technology.
  • Custom-made uniforms provided.
  • Annual bonus (discretionary and scheme rules apply).
  • Employee assistance program and other attractive wellbeing benefits.
  • Discount schemes.
  • Company contributory pension scheme & life insurance.

KYN is an equal opportunities employer. To be considered for this role, you will need to provide proof of right to work in the UK and consent to an enhanced DBS check.



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