Kitchen Manager - Luxury Kitchen

Job Description

Employment: Full Time Kendrick Recruitment is now seeking a Kitchen Manager responsible for overseeing the day to day smooth running of the culinary department. This role will be based on a luxury property known for its incredible 5* Hospitality experience based in the Middle East. Reporting to the Head Chef, the Kitchen Manager is responsible for the daily management of the Islands HACCP program in the back of house areas and all of the food outlets. The Kitchen Manager will be heading up the Islands sustainability program, assisting with menu costings, monitoring & spot-checking the kitchen cleaning schedules along with carrying out general kitchen administration duties.Responsibilities:Manage the island Sustainability programs and initiatives that support the strategic plan for sustainability and advance the reputation and awareness of the Islands sustainability program.Attend monthly food cost meetings to fully analyze the operations to eliminate wastage, control costs & implement proceduresManage the operation of the stores, including issue of stock, stock rotation, month end reports and stock counts and compilation of monthly reports in order to eliminate loss and wasteAssist the Head Chef and the F&B Purchaser in the inspection of new product lines that come to island, outline allergens in these products and share this information with all relevant parties involved in the items service.Assist with menu costings alongside the Head Chef and Food & Beverage PurchaserDaily management of the Island Waste & Sustainability AttendantsMonitor the kitchens on island cleaning schedules performing random spot checks REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications / Experience:Worked in luxury restaurant, resort /hotelsPrevious experience working as Chef is vital, previous kitchen manager experience is an advantageFood safety and hygiene certification, ideally in HACCPExcellent knowledge of food safety, HACCP systems, health standards and nutritionInternational ExperienceGood menu costing capabilitiesProcurement experience is a bonusPerson Traits:A hands-on approachAble to work with suppliers and secure excellent produce at the best possible prices Able to work with and accommodate different culturesExcellent guest contact skills/ socially confidentPlans and organises effectivelyHigh degree of attention to detail

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About Company

Kendrick Recruitment (KR) is a Recruitment Agency specialising in finding top candidates for the Hospitality and Tourism Industries. We focus on providing a high level of personalised service tailored to each individual whether you are a client or candidate.

We are a small family based company and are therefore able to offer a personal touch to the service while also being able to secure you great candidates. We aim to keep this personal touch and will learn about what you are looking for in potential candidates to make the recruitment process as easy and flowing as possible.