Kitchen Manager
28 days ago
£13.85–£14.85 hourly
Full-time
London
We’re looking for someone with a genuine passion for food and a desire to grow within a supportive, development-focused environment. As a Kitchen Manager with Gafe Cafe, you will lead and support our kitchen team, overseeing food preparation and daily operations to ensure the highest standards of quality, hygiene, and service are maintained. Working closely with colleagues across the team, you will play a key role in delivering an exceptional dining experience for our customers. The Role • Culinary Excellence: Prepare and oversee the production of delicious, high-quality food, ensuring consistency and presentation standards are always met., • Service Delivery: Deliver outstanding catering services, supporting both kitchen operations and wider front-of-house service when required., • Efficiency: Ensure meals are prepared and served efficiently, meeting service deadlines and maintaining a smooth workflow during busy periods., • Hygiene & Safety: Maintain exceptional standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and organization across all kitchen and food preparation areas., • Team Leadership: Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring effective coordination of staff, equipment, and food preparation activities., • Resource Management: Monitor and manage stock levels, placing orders and controlling waste to ensure efficient use of resources., • Compliance: Uphold all health and safety, food safety, and compliance standards to maintain a safe and secure working environment., • Collaboration: Lead and collaborate with the wider Gafe Cafe team to deliver an exceptional experience for every customer who walks through our doors. About You • NVQ Level 2 (or working towards it) or an equivalent cookery qualification., • A genuine passion for great-tasting food and local cafe culture., • Strong understanding of food hygiene principles., • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with staff and regulars., • A motivated individual with a desire to succeed and grow with us., • Committed to delivering high-quality service with strong attention to detail., • Supportive, helpful, and a positive team player., • Demonstrates exceptional timekeeping and reliability. The Company Gafe Cafe is dedicated to connecting people through great food and even better atmosphere. We understand that every detail—from the first sip of coffee to the final bite of a meal—shapes the user experience. Through a combination of high standards and a team that truly cares, we help our customers start their day right or find a moment of peace in their busy schedules. At Gafe Cafe, we are committed to doing business the right way, valuing our community and our people above all else. We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organization with people at its heart. At Gafe Cafe, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow, and make a difference. Gafe Cafe is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. We welcome all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, or background. Our passion for inclusivity makes Gafe Cafe a more creative, productive, and happy place to work.
