Kitchen Production Manager

Hospitality, Food & Tourism · Food & Beverage Service · Restaurant Operations · Food Preparation

In short

IKEA Wembley seeks a Kitchen Production Manager for its high-volume kitchen. This leadership role emphasizes food production, safety, quality, operational efficiency, and team development in a new restaurant concept. The position requires experience in fast-paced food operations and leading kitchen teams.

Responsibilities

Lead a high-volume kitchen operation, focusing on food production, food safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
Lead and inspire a kitchen team, driving high standards in production, stock control, compliance, and performance.
Ensure the kitchen operates in accordance with IKEA Quality and Food Safety requirements and other relevant legislation.
Secure processes and procedures for food quality, operational efficiency, and waste reduction.
Lead and oversee the food supply chain for efficient ordering, production, and inventory levels.
Ensure high-quality customer experience standards in customer and co-worker restaurants.
Build IKEA Food competence by empowering co-workers.
Maintain a customer focus, engaging in daily dialogue and acting on feedback.

Requirements

Enthusiasm for food and leadership experience in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to prioritize and organize workload for oneself and others.
Advanced knowledge of food production and food safety.
Experience working in a food service business.
Business-minded and goal-oriented with a customer focus.
Ability to make quick decisions and take personal initiatives.
Open to change.
Good communication skills for building relationships with co-workers and customers.

Desired Qualifications

Experience leading kitchen teams.
Experience managing production.
Experience delivering consistently great results under pressure.

Benefits

Starting salary of £37,000 per annum, based on competence and experience.
39 hours working 5 days per week, including alternate weekends per month.
Flexibility to match life and business needs discussed at interview.
15% IKEA discount & discount portal.
Life Assurance of 4 times your pay.
Enhanced statutory pension contributions.
Interest-free loans.
Given Day - Additional days' paid leave.
Opportunity to shape the culture, standards, and success of an operation.
Develop leadership career within a global business.

Skills

Food safetyStock controlTeam developmentCustomer service

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