Sabor

Founded by Nieves Barragan and José Etura, Sabor (meaning flavour in Spanish) takes you on a journey from the tapas bars of Andalucía, through to the asadors of Castile and the seafood restaurants of Galicia. Sabor focuses on capturing the flavour of Spain as well as showcasing the use of traditional ingredients and cooking methods, and a relaxed approach to dining.

The quality of the produce our kitchen enjoys is unparalleled. Upstairs in the Asador, whole suckling pigs are cooked in the wood-fired oven, and octopus are simmered in giant copper pots.

Downstairs in the restaurant, a seafood counter sits next to dining bar, where guests can oversee the kitchen in full service. Sabor was awarded a coveted Michelin Star in 2018.

The Position

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Back of House Manager will oversee all operational aspects of the kitchen environment while maintaining exceptional standards of quality, efficiency, and food safety. You will be responsible for inventory management, coordinating stock audits, processing orders, and supporting staff scheduling. This role requires strong leadership skills to manage health and safety compliance, COSHH regulations, and HACCP implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive inventory control systems and conduct regular stock audits.
• Oversee ordering processes ensuring optimal stock levels while minimizing waste.
• Assist with creating and maintaining staff rotas to ensure appropriate coverage.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules across all back of house areas.
• Responsible for health and safety standards, COSHH regulations, and HACCP protocols
• Support menu development with insight on ingredient availability and seasonality.
• Supervise the BOH team ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation.
• Monitor and control budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a BOH Manager or a Senior Chef looking for a change of scenery.
• Experience within a takeaway only kitchen advantageous.
• Strong awareness of trends and seasonality of produce.
• Proven ability to manage, train and motivate a Kitchen brigade.
• Experience in scheduling and reviewing staff rotas.
• A working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures.

Additional Qualifications

• Inventory management software experience.
• Strong analytical skills for budget management and cost control.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits & Culture

Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow.

We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as:

Treat Yourself

• Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants
• Retail & Takeaway Discounts
• Code App Membership

Look After Yourself

• Discounted Gym Membership
• Wagestream – stream your pay earlier
• Company Donations for your involvement with Charities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to Financial Advice
• Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package " Celebrating your big occasions
• Season Ticket Loan

Progress Yourself

• Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar
• A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge
• Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group.

Be Yourself

• Additional holiday for every year with us (rising to 30 days)
• Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral
• Staff parties & long service awards

The Group

JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World’s 100 Best Restaurants, and a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2024.

The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor, and Lyle’s, along with cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar, Bibi, and Ambassadors Clubhouse. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms, The George and The Hound.

JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.