Kitchen Manager - Tope

Our story

Just like our doors, our minds are open too. Since we opened our first hotel in Shoreditch, London in 2006, we’ve never just been about offering a bed for the night. We want to be more than that, providing a place where guests can hang out alongside the locals and submerse themselves in the neighborhood with vibrant, welcoming public spaces. Then there's our eclectic program of monthly events where we bring the outside in, working with local creatives to curate events unique to each location.

We proved that style didn’t need to be sacrificed for value and honest pricing is still very much at the heart of everything we do. Each hotel has its own character; however, you’ll find the familiar Hoxton Hustle, incorporating the uniqueness of their neighborhoods using local designers, artists, and illustrators for everything from interiors to wallpaper, art and neighborhood guides.

The details

We don’t go for strict job descriptions; however, here’s an idea of how we see the role…

You’ll report to the Director of Restaurants and Bars. You will also work closely with the Chef Team and hourly team members work in all kitchens.

• ·         Oversee the daily kitchen operations with a focus on the Prep, Pastry, and Brunch Teams.
• ·         Work with the management team to recruit, interview, train, and develop new and ongoing team members.
• ·         Work with management on managing labor, including covering open shifts and cutting labor hours when operation is slow.
• ·         Oversee the training and development of new team members alongside the rest of the leadership team.
• ·         Create, execute, and produce top-notch food with a constant eye on the highest quality standards, presentation, and flavor, with an eye on industry trends and neighborhood demands
• ·         Ensure statutory compliance in all food and drink related areas
• ·         You will keep well-organized storerooms and inventories that allow for all smooth running kitchens
• ·         Nurture and develop the talent of the Hoxton kitchen team, creating an environment that brings out the best in them and where they can be themselves
• ·         Bi-Weekly inventories and place weekly orders.
• ·         Make sure things are running without hitch, orders and deliveries are coming and going as needed, our service is smooth, and our food hygiene standards are sky-high
• ·         Work with our Director of Restaurants & Bars and Chefs on ideas and techniques that make our kitchen a creative, ever-changing environment where we’re always looking to come up with new, delicious combinations of tastes.

• The chance to play a key role in crafting exciting new food and drink concepts in some beautifully designed spaces
• The opportunity to work and collaborate with a world class team
• You’ll work directly with the Director of Restaurants & Bars for The Hoxton, Portland and our culinary partners.
• The chance to embark on an exciting career trajectory in a fast growing environment
•  You’ll be able to be yourself and the best you can be in a relaxed innovative culture
• You’ll work for an organization committed to not just building new hotels but also a global brand
• The opportunity to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding

• ·         Previous experience working as part of a fast-moving kitchen team
• ·         Passion for food is a given; a love for our particular flavors a definite advantage
• ·         You value learning and development and are looking to join a hard-working team, aiming to make the best food out there
• ·         Individuals. You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here
• ·         You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience
• ·         You’ll live and breathe food and drink, knowing what’s hot, what’s not and who’s who
• ·         You make people feel good - your team, guests and colleagues alike
• ·         Methodical and process-driven approach to tasks, but also able to work flexibly and calmly to meet deadlines
• ·         Ability to take ownership of important issues, solve problems and make effective decisions
• ·         Ability to work positively and collaboratively to achieve the highest standards of delivery at work
• ·         You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get things done
• ·         You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
• ·         You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way

What’s next?

Apply!

The Hoxton, Portland is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.  True Facts.