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Kitchen Manager

LED Leisure, Exeter

Kitchen Manager

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LED Leisure, Exeter

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 15 Jun | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 2b3c66ec11c44a9bb2c8fa6540c90945

Full Job Description

  • Lead the day-to-day operation of our airport kitchen and food outlets
  • Collaborate with senior managers on menu development and food strategy
  • Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, and safety
  • Manage food stock, supplier orders, deliveries, and gross profit margins
  • Implement effective systems to minimise waste and maximise efficiency
  • Uphold all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations (HACCP)
  • Ensure daily kitchen cleanliness and equipment maintenance

    Are you a talented and driven kitchen professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career? We are offering a
    • fantastic opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the food operation at Exeter Airport, one of the South West's key travel hubs. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for quality, a commitment to excellence, and a track record of success in high-volume kitchens. You'll be instrumental in shaping the food experience for thousands of travellers-setting standards, leading a skilled team, and driving innovation across our menus. Kindly note that access to personal transport is required due to the 2:00 AM start times, as public transportation is unavailable at that hour., We're looking for a passionate professional with the following: Essential:
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience in a senior chef or kitchen management role
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Professional Cookery or Hospitality
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
  • Proven experience managing stock, controlling costs, and achieving GP targets
  • High standards in kitchen hygiene, compliance, and food safety
  • Flexibility to work across a varied shift pattern including weekends
    • Desirable:
  • Level 3 Food Safety certificate
  • First Aid at Work
  • Experience working in an airport or transport-based food environment

    LED Community Leisure is a not-for-profit charitable trust committed to promoting health, wellbeing, and great experiences across
    • our leisure and hospitality venues. At Exeter Airport, we're proud to deliver excellent food and service to thousands of passengers each week-and we're looking for someone who can help us elevate that experience even further. This is more than just a kitchen management role-it's a chance to lead, influence, and grow in a supportive, forward-thinking organisation. At LED Group, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities-your passion and dedication are what truly matter! Closing Date: 29.06.25 please note we will be interviewing throughout the process & should we find a suitable candidate we will close the role before the 29th June.

    This is a unique chance to join a respected, values-led organisation and take ownership of a dynamic kitchen operation in a fast-paced, customer-focused setting. As part of LED Community Leisure, you'll benefit from:
  • A competitive hourly rate
  • Generous annual leave (23 days + bank holidays, rising with service)
  • Free Gym, Swim & Group Exercise Membership
  • Employee discounts, perks and reward schemes
  • Enhanced sick pay and health cash plan options
  • Free on-site parking
  • Ongoing training, development, and genuine opportunities to progress

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