Executive Kitchen Lead

22 hours ago


Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, United Kingdom Lounge Full time
Role Overview
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You will be the Head Chef's trusted support and lead the kitchen team in delivering exceptional results. With a passion for real cooking, you'll work closely with fresh ingredients to create high-quality dishes that exceed customer expectations.

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  • A competitive estimated salary of £38,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • Overtime pay for every hour worked over contracted hours.
  • Staff food on every shift.
  • 50% off staff discount to enjoy outside working hours from day one.
  • Paid breaks.
  • 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata.
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 2 years service.
  • The most talked-about staff party in hospitality - Loungefest.
  • Competitions and incentives.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Long service awards.
  • Power over your pay with Wagestream.
  • Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity.
  • Great opportunity for personal development and career progression in a fast growing business.
  • Achievable bonuses.
  • Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked.
  • Christmas and Boxing Day off.
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Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead shifts, ensuring the kitchen runs effectively and safely.
  • Manage stocks, Health & Safety, and Hygiene to maintain 5* kitchen standards.
  • Manning the pass to ensure timely food delivery.
  • Training and recruitment for kitchen teams.
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Your Skills and Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as an existing Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef/Assistant Kitchen Manager.
  • Familiarity with KPIs and decision-making in the absence of the Head Chef.
  • Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management.
  • Strong knowledge of best practice around rota scheduling, sales, and labour forecasts.


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