Kitchen Manager – Carclaze Whitbread Inns – St Austell - Flagship site Location: St Austell, Cornwall Salary: £38,000 – £41,000 up to 25% Bonus Benefits From May 1st the salary will be a range of £39,000 to £42,250. We’re looking for a Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen at Carclaze Whitbread Inns in St Austell, one of our Flagship sites. Reporting into the General Manager, it’s your opportunity to take full ownership of a busy kitchen, inspire and develop your team, and consistently deliver great‑quality food for families, locals, and travellers alike. If you’re an experienced Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, or Catering Manager who thrives in a high‑volume environment, this is your chance to make a real impact. Located in the heart of Cornwall, Carclaze Whitbread Inns benefits from a strong mix of local trade and visiting guests exploring the coast, countryside, and nearby attractions. With a reliable, year‑round customer base, the kitchen is always full of energy, pace, and variety. Why join us? Competitive salary up to £41K Generous bonus scheme 25% off all Whitbread restaurants Up to 50% off Premier Inn stays Retail & leisure discounts – from cinema tickets to gym memberships Full training & development through our Kitchen Academy Real autonomy to run your kitchen your way What you’ll be doing: Leading, motivating, and developing your kitchen team Managing stock control, food margins, and kitchen standards Owning food safety, audits, and compliance Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and team development Driving performance through coaching and regular 1:1s Delivering consistent, high‑quality dishes to spec Working closely with a supportive General Manager who understands the operation inside out St. Austell Enterprise Park Treverbyn Rd, St Austell PL25 4EJ