Kitchen Manager

Overview

The Salad Project is a rapidly growing chain of salad restaurants in London, founded in 2021. We are looking for a Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen teams.

Position

Kitchen Manager – £35,000 per annum, 45 hours per week, Full‑time, Sunday–Thursday, Immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen team of Kitchen Hands and KPs.
• Implement and improve kitchen processes.
• Monitor hygiene best practices and maintain a 5* hygiene rating.
• Manage ordering, stock management and resolve stock issues.
• Schedule the team, train and support staff wellbeing.
• Report to Restaurant Manager and Culinary Director.

Expectations

• Strong proficiency in efficient, quality food prep.
• Leadership and communication skills.
• Positive energy and dedication to the team, the business & the role.
• Growth mindset.

Experience & Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience cooking in a busy professional or casual dining kitchen.
• Management and team leadership experience.
• Hygiene qualifications.
• Experience not required – but background in kitchen operations.

Compensation & Benefits

• £35,000 per annum.
• 30 days holiday package (including bank holidays).
• Performance based bonus.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• £100 ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme.
• Enhanced parental leave package.
• Enhanced sick day package.
• Free lunch/dinner while on shift.
• Team social events.
• Opportunities for career progression as the business grows.

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