Jobs in London - Kitchen Manager • North West London

Company: Calo

North West London

About CaloCalo is an app providing personalized meal plans for busy people through nutritional algorithms, built with love by chefs, nutritionists, and software engineers. Launched in Bahrain in 2019, we have since expanded to 6 countries, delivered millions of meals to our customers, and launched our very own Grab & Go Cafe concepts.We're on a noble mission to make healthy easy. We think this is one of the most important problems to tackle in our world today. We have global ambitions - no small thinking here. Role OverviewAs a Kitchen Manager for Calo’s UK operations, you will take full ownership of day-to-day kitchen activities and production flow on the ground. Working closely with the Senior Operations Manager, you will lead from the front, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest culinary standards. This is a hands-on leadership role, where you'll be directly involved in managing kitchen staff, overseeing daily production, and setting the tone for a high-performance, disciplined, and positive kitchen culture.Main ResponsibilitiesBe present on the kitchen floor daily to manage and direct production flow, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure team coordination across stationsSet and enforce a high standard of food quality, consistency, and presentation in line with Calo’s brand and operational goalsLead and motivate the kitchen team by example, actively maintaining a positive, respectful, and high-performance kitchen cultureEnsure staff are operating efficiently, staying on task, and adhering to production schedulesContinuously monitor and adjust kitchen processes to ensure timely delivery, minimal waste, and maximum outputConduct regular quality checks during live production and adjust processes or provide feedback as neededImplement and oversee strict compliance with food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP, ISO, and local regulations)Conduct routine safety and cleanliness inspections, taking swift corrective action when necessaryTrain and mentor team members, upskilling cooks and junior chefs, and ensuring standard operating procedures are followedOversee kitchen resource planning, including staffing, scheduling, and section rotationsCollaborate with other departments (e.g., Dispatch, Supply Chain, QA, Food Development) to ensure seamless kitchen integration and outputControl kitchen stock levels, support inventory planning, and work to reduce overproduction and wasteSupport the launch and integration of new menu items into production with minimal disruptionIdeal CandidateQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or related field (preferred)4–5 years of experience in a senior kitchen role such as Sous Chef or Head Chef in a high-output production kitchen or hotel environmentStrong knowledge of UK food safety standards, HACCP, and ISO practicesCurrently based in the UKKnowledge & CompetencyDeep expertise in professional cooking, production kitchen workflows, and food preparation methodsProven ability to lead, inspire, and manage large kitchen teams under pressureStrong problem-solving skills, especially in high-volume service settingsSkilled in inventory control, cost-conscious kitchen management, and performance reportingTechnically proficient with Excel/Google Sheets and kitchen scheduling or inventory toolsPersonalityHands-on, proactive, and highly visible leader in the kitchenCalm under pressure and assertive when needed, with a strong sense of accountabilityEnergetic team motivator who creates a culture of trust, discipline, and continuous improvementStrong communicator who provides clear guidance and constructive feedbackPassionate about food and operational excellencePowered by JazzHR