Kitchen manager/head chef Work, Jobs in Colchester, Ess (with Salaries)

Kitchen Manager/Head Chef
M&P Pub Group Ltd —Clacton-on-Sea
- £32,000 - £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Inventory control
- Customer service
- Recruiting
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Chef Manager - Ipswich
Dine Contract Catering —Ipswich
- Up to £32,300 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Leadership
- Communication skills
General Manager
Martello Lounge —Clacton-on-Sea
- £37,000 - £44,500 a year
- Overtime
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Employee discount
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Head Pizza Chef
South Street Pubs Ltd - The Pizza Place —Manningtree
- £37,000 - £40,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Team management
- Recruiting
- Budgeting
- Employee discount
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Head Chef
Ipswich School —Ipswich
- £33,291.00 - £33,291.38 a year
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Customer service
- Driving
- Annual leave
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Head Chef
Salero Lounge —Maldon
- £37,000 - £44,500 a year
- Overtime
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Management
- Employee discount
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12d
senior sous chef
wagamama —Chelmsford
- £40,653 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- Restaurant
10d
Head Chef
Chelmsford Manor Care Home —Chelmsford
- £20 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Management
- Recruiting
- Paid training
- Annual leave
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Chef
Bill's - Braintree —Braintree
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Employee assistance programme
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Kitchen Assistant
Westgate Healthcare —Braintree
- From £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Serving
- Hotel
- Leadership
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Hotel Kitchen - Team Leader
Premier Inn —Southend-on-Sea
- Up to £14.31 an hour
- Full-time
- Inventory control
- Hotel
- Team management
- Employee discount
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Chef de Partie
Brunning & Price - The Old Windmill —South Hanningfield
- Up to £30,300 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Restaurant
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Kitchen Manager/Head Chef

M&P Pub Group Ltd
Clacton-on-Sea

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£32,000 - £35,000 a year
9 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Annual leave
Discounted or free food
Company events
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Supplier ordering
Sourcing
Kitchen staff training and mentoring
Inventory control
Food service team management
Stock ordering
Customer service
Food hygiene
Cost control
Food safety and hygiene regulations
Menu planning
Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
Food waste reduction
Food safety record keeping
Meal preparation
Kitchen team management
Recruiting
Organisational skills
Product rotation
Kitchen management
Food Hygiene Certificate
Kitchen inventory control
Specials menu development
Stock replenishment
Chef experience
Kitchen stock ordering
Stock coordination
Leadership
Team motivation leadership
Professional kitchen experience
Time management
Rota coordination

Full job description

Kitchen Manager / Chef

Location: Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
Salary From: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum
Hours: Up to 50 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required

Job Overview

New opening venue is seeking an experienced and motivated Kitchen Manager / Chef to lead our kitchen operation and deliver high-quality food and service standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the kitchen, including food preparation, menu delivery, stock control, food safety compliance, and team supervision.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership, excellent organisational skills, and a passion for producing consistently high-quality dishes while maintaining an efficient and profitable kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations

Prepare, cook, and present food to a consistently high standard.
Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
Ensure all food is prepared and served in accordance with company standards.
Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and efficiency throughout the kitchen.
Assist in developing menus and seasonal/weekly specials.

Team Management

Lead, motivate, and supervise kitchen staff.
Assist with recruitment, training, and development of kitchen team members.
Prepare staff rotas to ensure appropriate kitchen coverage.
Foster a positive and professional working environment.

Stock & Cost Control

Manage stock ordering, deliveries, and inventory levels.
Monitor food costs and minimise waste.
Ensure correct storage and rotation of stock.
Maintain supplier relationships and source quality ingredients at competitive prices.

Food Safety & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with Food Hygiene Regulations and Health & Safety legislation.
Maintain accurate food safety records and documentation.
Conduct regular checks to ensure all kitchen equipment is safe and operational.
Ensure compliance with allergen legislation and company procedures.

Customer Service

Work closely with front-of-house staff to ensure excellent customer experiences.
Respond professionally to customer feedback regarding food quality and service.
Maintain high presentation standards and consistency across all menu items.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Chef, Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or similar role.
Strong knowledge of food hygiene, allergen management, and kitchen safety procedures.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen environment.
Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (minimum); Level 3 desirable.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

What We Offer

Competitive salary from £32,000 per annum.
Full-time permanent position.
Opportunity to lead and develop the kitchen operation.
Staff meals whilst on duty.
Paid holiday entitlement.
Supportive and friendly working environment.

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking

Experience:

Kitchen management: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

Level two or three food safety certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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