Job Description

Job Title: Kitchen Manager

Store: Bob and Berts Stirling

Job Type: Full-time incl weekends and early mornings

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead the back-of-house operations at Bob and Berts. The ideal candidate has a passion for food, coffee and delivering top-notch customer service, and can manage a small team while maintaining high standards of food quality and speed. You will take ownership of the kitchen, including inventory, staff scheduling, menu development, and food safety, ensuring a "5-star" experience for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring prompt service and high-quality food preparation, especially during busy breakfast and lunch shifts.
• Food Preparation & Quality Control: Prepare and cook menu items (e.g., breakfasts, pastries, burgers) according to recipes, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
• Stock & Inventory Management: Oversee food inventory, place orders with suppliers, manage deliveries, and conduct weekly stocktakes to minimise waste and ensure profitability.
• Staff Scheduling & Training: Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen personnel (cooks/porters), creating schedules that maximise productivity during peak hours.
• Hygiene & Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g., Allergen Management, Food Hygiene Level 2/3) and maintain a clean, organized kitchen.
• Menu Development: Collaborate with the manager to suggest new food items, specials, and seasonal offerings to enhance the menu.
• Front-of-House Coordination: Communicate effectively with front of house staff to ensure seamless coordination between the kitchen and the counter.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2+ years of experience as a Kitchen Supervisor, Cafe Chef, or similar role in a high-volume café/restaurant environment.
• Skills: Proven ability to manage inventory, costings, and kitchen staff.
• Certifications: Essential: Food Hygiene Certificate
• Attitude: Hands-on leader, calm under pressure, and highly organised.
• Availability: Ability to work weekends and mornings.
• Right to work in the UK

Why Join Us? Benefits

A supportive and welcoming team environment

50% staff card to use on shift and with friends & family!

Unlimited free hot drinks on shift!

Free cake on your birthday!

Company pension!

Length of service recognition!

Opportunities to grow your career!

Ready to join the team? Submit your CV today and get ready for an exciting new adventure!