
Pay: £32,500.00-£38,000.00 per year
Title: Kitchen Manager (Standalone)
Reporting to: House Manager
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Railton House, 10 Craven Hill, London W2 3DT
About the role
LHA London is seeking an experienced and confident Kitchen Manager to lead the catering operation at Paddington House, one of our largest and busiest hostels.
This is a hands on leadership role where you will manage a higher volume kitchen with full responsibility for service delivery.
You will oversee the preparation of fresh meals with daily catering typically serving 80 to 100 residents. You will also supervise and support a small volunteer team to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently.
If you enjoy working at pace, leading others, and running a well organised kitchen that serves a large community, this role offers both challenge and impact.
About us
LHA London has provided affordable, good quality accommodation since 1940.
Across thirteen hostels, we support nearly 2000 young people living, studying, and working in London. Our catering service plays an important role in resident wellbeing and helps create a welcoming, homely atmosphere.
Key responsibilities'
Kitchen and catering
Prepare and serve breakfast and dinner daily for 80 to 100 residents
Plan nutritious, appealing menus suitable for higher volume service
Lead the day to day running of a busy kitchen
Maintain consistent quality, presentation, and portion control
Ensure efficient and timely service
Volunteer supervision
Lead, guide, and coordinate a small volunteer team
Delegate tasks clearly and provide hands on support
Create a positive, respectful, and organised working environment
Ensure the kitchen is left clean and secure
Stock, suppliers, and budgets
Manage ordering, deliveries, and stock control for a high volume kitchen
Monitor usage and minimise waste
Build effective supplier relationships
Control food spend and work within budget
Identify opportunities to improve value for money
Health and safety
Maintain excellent hygiene and cleanliness standards
Record daily temperatures and compliance checks
Ensure full adherence to food safety and health and safety legislation
Report issues promptly
Working pattern
40 hours per week across five days, including some weekends.
Typical shifts:
Weekdays: 12pm to 9pm
Weekends: 7am to 4pm
What we are looking for
You are calm, organised, and confident leading a busy kitchen environment.
You enjoy working with larger numbers and feel comfortable managing higher volume service.
You will bring:
At least three years experience in a professional kitchen
Experience in a senior or lead role
Experience cooking fresh food for larger groups or community settings such as education, care homes, hostels, or similar high volume environments
Strong stock control and supplier management skills
Understanding of budgets and food cost control
Solid knowledge of food hygiene and safety compliance
Experience supervising volunteers or small teams
Ability to stay focused and organised during busy services
A proactive and solution focused mindset
A passion for preparing quality meals for a large community
Why join us
Additional day off for your birthday after one year of service
Free onsite meals while working
Quarterly employee recognition awards
Opportunity to join the Employee Forum
Enhanced pension contributions with employer matching up to 10 percent
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work scheme and Season Ticket Loan
Death in service cover
Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
Ongoing training and development
Regular staff events
If you are ready to lead a larger scale kitchen and play a key role in the daily experience of hundreds of residents, Paddington House offers a rewarding and fast paced environment where you can make a real difference.
Benefits:
Additional leave
Bereavement leave
Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Enhanced maternity leave
Gym membership
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site gym
Private medical insurance
Sick pay
Store discount
10 Craven Hill, W2 3ES, London

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LHA London has provided affordable, good quality accommodation since 1940. Across thirteen hostels, we support nearly 2000 young people living, studying, and working in London.
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