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Kitchen Area Manager (All genders)

HelloFresh
Location
Verden, Niedersachsen, Germany
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Supply Chain Management & Operations
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Hands-on culinary leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen
  • Strong people management skills — coaching, feedback, and accountability
  • High attention to detail in food preparation, recipe adherence, and quality standards
  • Decisive under pressure, with a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Clear communicator across teams and departments
  • Deep knowledge of food safety and GMP requirements
What the job really is

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will lead the kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food quality, safety, and operational efficiency. Your responsibilities include mentoring kitchen supervisors, managing staffing continuity, conducting performance reviews, and coordinating kitchen throughput. You will also enforce standard operating procedures and escalate issues as necessary to maintain smooth operations.

Benefits
  • Internal training opportunities plus a yearly Learning & Development budget
  • Discounts on Factor_-boxes
  • Competitive salary and 30 days of vacation
  • Access to well-being initiatives, with discounted fitness offers currently being rolled out
  • Future benefits including mobility support and a company pension scheme
Things to weigh
  • Role is a 24-month contract with the possibility of extension
  • No specific salary mentioned
  • Application requires documents in English or German, including language certificates and work permits
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