Kitchen manager

Job Title: Kitchen Manager – Fresh Food Leisure Venue

Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Salary: £35,000 – £38,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week (Permanent, Full-Time)

About the Role

An industry-leading, family-run leisure venue in Cheltenham is looking for an experienced and positive Kitchen Manager to take ownership of its fresh food operation.

The business has already built a strong reputation for its core activities and has put together the initial blueprint for an elevated food offering. Now, they need a driven, hands-on leader to step in, bring that blueprint to life, and raise the kitchen standards to match the quality of the wider guest experience.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead the Food Project: Take the existing food blueprint and execute it to a consistently high standard, turning the kitchen into a standout part of the guest visit.
• Hands-On Kitchen Management: Oversee day-to-day prep, service, and quality control in a busy, fresh-food environment.
• Team Leadership: Lead, train, and motivate the kitchen team with a positive, can-do approach.
• Kitchen Operations & Compliance: Manage stock control, ordering, supplier relationships, GP targets, and strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations (HACCP/COSHH).

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, or strong Sous Chef ready to step up within a fresh-food environment.
• A positive, proactive leader who thrives on project work and building standards from the ground up.
• Strong organizational skills across rotas, stock management, and food hygiene compliance.
• A genuine passion for fresh ingredients, consistent quality, and delivering great food at pace.

What Is On Offer

• Salary: £35,000 – £38,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Hours: 40 hours per week.
• Culture: Join a supportive, independent, family-run business where your ideas and leadership have a direct impact.
• Location: Based in Cheltenham with onsite parking 

How to Apply

If you are an experienced chef looking for a rewarding project with sensible hours and genuine autonomy, click Apply Now with your up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.

 

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