Senior Kitchen Operations Manager

2 weeks ago


Southampton, United Kingdom Leisure Solutions Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Culinary Department Leader to join our team at Leisure Solutions. As a leading provider of leisure and hospitality professionals across the UK, we offer a unique opportunity to work with a range of businesses.

The role involves managing all aspects of the high-volume kitchen operation, including controlling budgets and P&L accounts. You will work closely with the Restaurant Manager and be part of the on-site leadership team. Your responsibilities will include:

* Managing all sections of the kitchen, supporting team members as needed

* Ensuring consistency across service and enforcing Health & Safety, EHO, and HACCP standards

* Organising staff schedules and overseeing recruitment and training of new team members

* Liaising with other departments in the business as part of the senior management team

* Completing stock checks, audits, and ordering

To be successful in this role, you will need experience across all kitchen sections and some kitchen management experience. It would be beneficial if you have knowledge of counter service delivery, kitchen processes, and Health & Safety legislation.

This role comes with a range of benefits, including every other weekend off, staff discount, company uniform, employee assistance program, and free on-site parking.



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