Kitchen Manager
Kitchen Manager
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Job Description
About Calo
Calo is an app providing personalized meal plans for busy people through nutritional algorithms built with love by chefs nutritionists and software engineers.
Launched in Bahrain in 2019 we have since expanded to 6 countries delivered millions of meals to our customers and launched our very own Grab & Go Cafe concepts.
Were on a noble mission to make healthy easy. We think this is one of the most important problems to tackle in our world today. We have global ambitions no small thinking here.
Role Overview
As Kitchen Manager for Calos UK operations you will take full ownership of daytoday kitchen activities and production flow on the ground. Working closely with the Senior Operations Manager you will lead from the front ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly efficiently and to the highest culinary standards. This is a handson leadership role where youll be directly involved in managing kitchen staff overseeing daily production and setting the tone for a highperformance disciplined and positive kitchen culture.
Main Responsibilities
- Be present on the kitchen floor daily to manage and direct production flow resolve bottlenecks and ensure team coordination across stations
- Set and enforce a high standard of food quality consistency and presentation in line with Calos brand and operational goals
- Lead and motivate the kitchen team by example actively maintaining a positive respectful and highperformance kitchen culture
- Ensure staff are operating efficiently staying on task and adhering to production schedules
- Continuously monitor and adjust kitchen processes to ensure timely delivery minimal waste and maximum output
- Conduct regular quality checks during live production and adjust processes or provide feedback as needed
- Implement and oversee strict compliance with food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP ISO and local regulations)
- Conduct routine safety and cleanliness inspections taking swift corrective action when necessary
- Train and mentor team members upskilling cooks and junior chefs and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed
- Oversee kitchen resource planning including staffing scheduling and section rotations
- Collaborate with other departments (e.g. Dispatch Supply Chain QA Food Development) to ensure seamless kitchen integration and output
- Control kitchen stock levels support inventory planning and work to reduce overproduction and waste
- Support the launch and integration of new menu items into production with minimal disruption
Ideal Candidate
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Culinary Arts Food Science or related field (preferred)
- 45 years of experience in a senior kitchen role such as Sous Chef or Head Chef in a highoutput production kitchen or hotel environment
- Strong knowledge of UK food safety standards HACCP and ISO practices
- Currently based in the UK
Knowledge & Competency
- Deep expertise in professional cooking production kitchen workflows and food preparation methods
- Proven ability to lead inspire and manage large kitchen teams under pressure
- Strong problemsolving skills especially in highvolume service settings
- Skilled in inventory control costconscious kitchen management and performance reporting
- Technically proficient with Excel/Google Sheets and kitchen scheduling or inventory tools
Personality
- Handson proactive and highly visible leader in the kitchen
- Calm under pressure and assertive when needed with a strong sense of accountability
- Energetic team motivator who creates a culture of trust discipline and continuous improvement
- Strong communicator who provides clear guidance and constructive feedback
- Passionate about food and operational excellence
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
