Kitchen jobs in United Kingdom

We are looking for a proactive and hands‑on Supply Chain Analyst to join our team on an initial 3-month contract, with a focus on delivering immediate operational and commercial impact across our hotel group. The successful candidate will lead by example, demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, and take a highly collaborative, problem‑solving approach to supply chain and procurement activities. This role will work closely with hotel operations, kitchens, bars, housekeeping and finance teams to optimise stock control, reduce waste, improve supplier performance and strengthen cost visibility.

You will be operating in a fast‑paced, multi‑site hospitality environment where accuracy, responsiveness and commercial awareness are essential. The role will play a key part in stabilising and improving procurement processes, supporting operational teams and ensuring consistent standards across all properties.

• On Target Earnings up to £45,000 per annum.
• Career Development: Access to industry‑leading training programmes and opportunities to advance within the Crazy Bear.
• 75% staff discount on food, drinks, and accommodation across all Crazy Bear venues.
• A £300 referral bonus for successful new hires.
• 28 days of annual leave.
• A workplace pension scheme for your peace of mind.
• Perks and Benefits from Hospitality Rewards

• Manage end‑to‑end procurement and strategic sourcing of food and beverage, and operational supplies across a multi‑site hotel group using Marketman or equivalent procurement system.
• Deliver full purchasing cycles including supplier sourcing, evaluation, price negotiation and contract finalisation to drive cost efficiency and protect gross margins.
• Maintain real‑time inventory control, demand forecasting and cost tracking across all hotel outlets to support accurate financial reporting and operational planning.
• Work closely with hotel kitchens, bars, housekeeping and operational teams to optimise stock levels, minimise waste and ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
• Partner with finance teams to reconcile supplier invoices, resolve discrepancies, manage supplier balances and investigate cost variances.
• Produce procurement, inventory and cost analysis reports to support budgeting, forecasting, menu costing and commercial decision‑making at group level.
• Oversee stock counts and inventory audits across hotel sites, investigating and correcting variances between physical stock and procurement systems.
• Ensure all suppliers meet food safety, allergen, regulatory and documentation requirements to maintain audit and compliance readiness.
• Lead supplier sourcing and consolidation initiatives across the group, negotiating improved commercial terms and reducing supplier complexity.
• Collaborate with quality assurance and operational leadership to monitor supplier performance, address quality issues and maintain consistent product standards across all properties.
• Provide training and ongoing system support to site teams on procurement platforms and stock control processes to ensure consistent usage and data integrity.
• Monitor market pricing, supplier performance and supply chain risks, proactively adjusting sourcing strategies to strengthen resilience across the hotel group.

Experience of Marketman procurement system and Toast POS system are highly desirable, but not critical for the right candidate. However, familiarity with these or similar systems is a prerequisite for the role.

At the Crazy Bear, we are all about delivering excellence. Our boutique five‑star hotel in Beaconsfield and Stadhampton is renowned for its attention to detail, offering guests not only luxurious surroundings but also an extraordinary dining experience. With elaborately designed bedrooms, award‑winning English and Thai restaurants, BEAR by Carlo Scotto, we provide a unique setting that encourages both creativity and precision in the kitchen.

Ready to be part of something exceptional? Apply now and help us push the boundaries of fine dining at The Crazy Bear.

If you’re looking for something different, you’ve found it. www.crazybeargroup.co.uk