At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the kitchen team, ensuring food quality and safety while managing operations.
- Company: Afrikana, a vibrant restaurant bringing authentic African cuisine to the high street.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, free meals, and discounts for friends and family.
- Other info: Opportunities for leadership development and career progression as Afrikana expands.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real impact in a growing restaurant culture.
- Qualifications: Experience in kitchen management and a strong understanding of food safety standards.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Love leading kitchens? Love food quality, strong teams and running a tight operation?
We’re hiring a
Kitchen Manager to lead the back of house at Afrikana!
A bit about Afrikana
Afrikana was born in a small village in the Midlands and now it’s expanding to the rest of the UK and internationally!
The vision is simple: bring authentic, home cooked African inspired dishes to the high street while giving guests an experience full of culture, art, music and great food!
What’s the role?
As a Kitchen Manager, you’ll run the show from the kitchen.
You’ll have a strong understanding of how a kitchen operates day to day and take full responsibility for leading, supervising and coaching all Back of House team members.
You’ll make sure food safety, quality and standards are always met while proudly representing Afrikana from the back of house.
What will I do?
- Lead and supervise all Back of House team members
- Coach and develop the kitchen team to perform at their best
- Ensure food quality, consistency and presentation meet Afrikana standards
- Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards at all times
- Manage food orders, stock levels and deliveries
- Control food waste and support cost efficiency in the kitchen
- Support recruitment, training and onboarding of BOH team members
- Work closely with the General Manager and Front of House team to keep service running smoothly
- Lead by example during busy services and keep the kitchen organised and focused
What will I get?
- Competitive salary with a performance based bonus
- Free Afrikana meal on every shift
- Discount on Afrikana for you and your friends and family
- Training and ongoing leadership support
- Opportunities to grow with the business as it expands
- Leadership development and long-term progression opportunities
Who's Afrikana looking for?
- Previous Kitchen Manager or kitchen leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and food quality control
- Confident leading, supervising and coaching teams
- Solid understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
- Experience managing orders, stock and food quality
- Passion for great food, high standards and team development
At Afrikana, we believe great food starts with great people. We support our teams, celebrate individuality and grow together.
If you’re passionate about hospitality, people and building something meaningful, you’ll feel at home here
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Kitchen Manager in London employer: City Restaurants Group (CRG)
City Restaurants Group (CRG) is an excellent employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, particularly at Afrikana in South Ockendon. With competitive pay, flexible shifts, and ample opportunities for personal and professional growth, CRG ensures that every team member feels valued and supported while working in a dynamic kitchen environment. Join us to be part of a team that celebrates authentic African cuisine and encourages culinary creativity.
Contact Details:
City Restaurants Group (CRG) Recruitment Team
