Culinary Operations Manager

2 weeks ago


Saffron Walden, Essex, United Kingdom Lounge Full time
Culinary Excellence

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of one of the most successful restaurant groups in the UK.

We are passionate about real cooking, and we want you to be part of it - fresh, customer-led, and with high-quality ingredients.

You'll be supporting our Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver exceptional culinary experiences, ensuring that every dish meets our high standards.

The Benefits
  • Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked ($12.50-$15 per hour)
  • Paid breaks and staff food on every shift
  • 50% discount on food in all three brands from day one
  • 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata
  • Competitions and incentives (like jetting off on an all-expenses-paid trip)
  • Christmas and Boxing Day off
  • The best staff party - Loungefest
  • Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity
  • Power over your pay with Wagestream
  • Company pension scheme and long service awards
  • A great opportunity for personal development and career progression in a fast-growing business


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