Kitchen Manager – Premium Fresh Food Concept, East London | Monday–Friday | Up to £36,000

Are you a passionate Kitchen Manager ready to join a fast-growing fresh food concept that is redefining the grab-and-go market?

Our client is an exciting and rapidly expanding brand known for its high-quality, fresh, and nutritious food offering. With a strong focus on quality ingredients, efficient operations, and an exceptional customer experience, they are building a reputation as one of the most exciting concepts in the sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead a motivated kitchen team in a daytime-only operation, offering a great work–life balance with no late nights and a Monday to Friday schedule.

We are seeking a hands-on leader with a background in fresh food-led grab & go, café, or QSR environments, who thrives in a fast-paced setting and takes pride in delivering consistent, high-quality food.

The Role

• Oversee daily kitchen operations from preparation through to service
• Ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest quality and brand standards
• Train, mentor, and develop the kitchen team
• Manage food production and kitchen organisation to maintain efficiency
• Monitor food costs and maintain operations within budget targets
• Uphold exceptional food safety and hygiene standards across the kitchen

What We’re Looking For

• Experience as a Kitchen Manager or Senior Chef in a fresh food environment
• Background in grab & go, café, or quick service restaurant operations
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for developing teams
• High attention to detail and commitment to food quality
• A proactive and organised approach in a fast-paced kitchen

This is a brilliant opportunity to grow with a brand that values quality, innovation, and people, with clear potential for career development as the business continues to expand.