We are looking for a Kitchen Manager for Mad Squirrel St. Albans. This is a perfect role for an experienced Sous Chef looking to step up to the next level. You will be the main lead in our kitchen, ensuring that it is organised, efficient and serves our food offerings to the very highest standard. The chosen candidate will also be heavily involved in working with the rest of the bar and taproom management team. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO Manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen. Organise stock and perform stock rotations. Train team members effectively, helping to improve skills and maintain consistency and quality in the kitchen. Ensure that all hygiene and cleaning standards are met efficiently and recorded appropriately. Ensuring all staff are trained in health and food safety to an appropriate level. Food ordering and organising efficient food preparation practices. Helping to create new recipe and food presentation ideas. Keeping up-to-date with kitchen paperwork. JOB REQUIREMENTS At least 12 months experience in supervision within the food/catering industry. Ability to cook to an excellent standard and create with a high level of confidence. Exceptional organisational skills. Excellent customer service and communication skills. REMUNERATION & BENEFITS A generous profit related bonus. A Minimum of 40 hours, over 4 day working week A monthly cash beer allowance. 15% discounts off all tap rooms through membership cards. 50% cash discount off food plus membership points. Birthday off paid Company days out, socials and events. An easy to access Employee assistance program. If you are a pro-active individual with a passion for food, we would love to hear from you. All candidates must be able to demonstrate that they hold a relevant and valid permit or visa to live and work in the UK. Please note that by applying for this position, you are giving your consent for Mad Squirrel to process your personal data in line with our GDPR policy. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time by informing the Company that you wish to do so. Please note that if you have not heard back within 7 working days, your application for this role has not been successful, but we may still contact you in relation to alternative positions AMRT1_UKCT