Kitchen Manager
- Lead daily culinary production while enhancing guest experiences through exceptional hospitality.
- Ideal candidates will possess strong culinary skills, leadership experience, and a passion for delivering outstanding service.
- This full-time position is based in York with competitive pay and a range of employee benefits.
Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You
Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Kitchen Manager at Hilton York , you’re not just leading daily culinary production for the property – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.
How We'll Help You Thrive
At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:
- Competitive pay – £43,000 per annum, with opportunities to grow your career with Hilton.
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy discounted hotel stays through our Go Hilton travel programme, with room rates as low as $40 USD per night at participating hotels worldwide.
- Food and beverage discounts – Receive 50% off food and beverage at participating outlets.
- Free meals on duty – Helping you stay energised throughout your shift.
- Generous holiday allowance – Enjoy 28 days' holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service.
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our Employee Stock Purchase Programme (ESPP), eligible Team Members can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount.
- Pension scheme – Supporting you as you plan for the future.
- High street discounts – Access a range of exclusive savings through Perks at Work.
- Mental health resources – Through our Care for All hub, Team Members have access to wellbeing resources, alongside free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Crisis Concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for practical support and emotional care.
- Career development opportunities – Grow with Hilton through learning and development programmes designed to support your personal and professional growth.
*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member location and terms and conditions of employment.
Hilton York located in the heart of the historic city of York, our 131 bedroom hotel is the perfect base to explore, connect, and unwind. Just moments from iconic landmarks, shops, and transport links, it’s ideally suited for both business and leisure stays.
- Team of 9 chefs
- Oversee kitchen operations: Manage food preparation, presentation, and production while ensuring quality, safety, sanitation, and cost control to maximize efficiency and profitability
- Manage administrative functions: Oversee kitchen systems, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and team member operations
- Ensure ingredient quality: Select, inspect, and utilize high-quality food and beverage products, including meats, seafood, produce, and seasonings
- Enhance menu offerings: Create and implement new dishes and seasonal menus to elevate the dining experience
- Lead a high-performing team: Supervise and support team members, recruit new talent, monitor development and performance, provide coaching and foster a positive and productive work environment
- Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing
What are we looking for?
- Strong Sous Chef/ Assistant Kitchen Manager or previous Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager experience
- Approaches food in a creative way
- Strong supervisory skills
- Positive attitude
- Good communication skills
- Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
- Excellent grooming standards
- Excellent planning and organizing skills
- Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends, days, afternoons and evenings
What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality . Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership . A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.