Kitchen Manager

Location:

Portalegre, Portuguese areas, Portugal

Salary:

£18.4k per year + bonus

Type:

Contract

Start Date:

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Contract Period:

as per contract

Main Industry:

Search Catering & Hospitality Jobs

Advertiser:

COREcruitment

Job ID:

133033737

Posted On:

28 May 2026

Position: Kitchen Manager
Salary: A‚¬21,000 per annum + bonus + benefits
Location: Porto, Portugal
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We are partnering with a famous international hospitality group to recruit an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead all back-of-house operations in a high-volume setting.

The position encompasses responsibility for kitchen performance, team leadership, food quality standards, purchasing, inventory management, and financial outcomes.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive operational experience, exceptional leadership abilities, and in-depth knowledge of the Portuguese hospitality and supplier landscape.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all daily kitchen and back-of-house operations.
Lead, train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff to uphold high performance standards.
Guarantee food quality, consistency, presentation, and adherence to company standards.
Monitor and manage food costs, labor expenses, waste, and overall kitchen profitability.
Supervise ordering, receiving, storage, and inventory control of all food and kitchen supplies.
Develop and maintain relationships with local suppliers and vendors.
Ensure proper stock rotation, product quality verification, and inventory accuracy.
Maintain full compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and food safety regulations.
Collaborate with management teams to drive business growth and operational efficiency.
Foster a positive and professional work environment with strong team morale.
Support sustainability initiatives and operational best practices.

Requirements

Demonstrated management experience in fast-paced restaurant or hospitality settings.
Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
Experience in purchasing, inventory management, and supplier coordination.
In-depth knowledge of the Portuguese food and hospitality market is essential.
Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and operational standards.
Ability to manage costs and drive operational performance.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
Fluency in English required; Portuguese is an advantage.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Position: Kitchen Manager
Salary: A‚¬21,000 per annum + bonus + benefits
Location: Porto, Portugal
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