Kitchen Manager

Lead the Kitchen Fiesta – Become a Kitchen Manager at Chiquito! At Chiquito , we’re all about bold flavours, sizzling dishes, and unforgettable experiences. If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a high-energy kitchen, and love leading a team to success, we’d love to welcome you as our Kitchen Manager! Why Join Chiquito?

We know that great food starts with great leadership, so we offer: A Place for Everyone – We celebrate individuality and welcome anyone who brings passion, creativity, and a love for bold cooking. A Competitive Package – 45-hour contract, quarterly bonus and opportunity to earn Tronc Awesome Discounts – 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands, plus 25% off for friends & family.

Career Growth – Fully funded apprenticeships in Hospitality Management (Level 4). Wellbeing & Support – Our includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, second medical opinion service, and more. Perks & Rewards – Early access to wages, discounted gym memberships, and exclusive savings on theme parks, shopping, and more!

Team Competitions & Events – Win trips, join team parties, and earn e-points to spend on your favourite brands. What You’ll Do as a Kitchen Manager: Lead the kitchen team to deliver bold, flavour-packed dishes with consistency and flair. Work closely with the management team to hit restaurant goals and drive performance.

Maintain the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen organisation. Create a fun, motivating team environment focused on development and progression. Be commercially savvy—understand profit & loss and make smart, efficient decisions. Who We’re Looking For: At Chiquito, our teams are like family. We put people at the heart of everything we do, creating a welcoming, inclusive workplace where you can be yourself, feel supported, and grow your career.

If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know – we’ve got you. Thinking about using AI tools for your application? They can be great for getting started, but what really makes an application shine is you – your experience, personality, and leadership style. What’s the process? Application → CV review → friendly phone chat → first‑stage interview → second‑stage interview → offer and onboarding At Chiquito, we don’t just hire experience we hire leaders.

If you’re a strong communicator, passionate about people, and thrive in a guest-focused, high-energy setting, we want to hear from you. Ready to lead the kitchen fiesta? Apply now and bring your flavour to Chiquito!