Head Chef & Kitchen Manager – Spa Café (Bonus & Perks)

Center Parcs; Rufford CP; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free day passes

Discounts on breaks

Bonus scheme

Supportive team

Career development

Job summary

Center Parcs Spa Café Sherwood Forest in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen, ensuring exceptional food quality and service while managing budgets. You will oversee operations, uphold hygiene standards, and collaborate with the Restaurant Manager to drive guest satisfaction and business success.

The role is full-time, with a circa £42,000 salary and a 12% bonus scheme, and offers development opportunities within a supportive team at Center Parcs.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams in fast-paced environments.
• Strong budgeting, stock control and waste reduction skills.
• Proven track record in large-scale kitchen operations.
• Experience training and developing kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all kitchen operations to company standards.
• Ensure food quality, service and guest satisfaction while meeting financial targets.
• Maintain strict hygiene and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with the Restaurant Manager to drive business success.
• Lead, motivate and manage the kitchen team, fostering a positive and high-performing culture.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Budgeting

Food quality

Team development

Hygiene & safety

Staff management

Job description

Center Parcs Spa Café Sherwood Forest in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen, ensuring exceptional food quality and service while managing budgets. You will oversee operations, uphold hygiene standards, and collaborate with the Restaurant Manager to drive guest satisfaction and business success.

The role is full-time, with a circa £42,000 salary and a 12% bonus scheme, and offers development opportunities within a supportive team at Center Parcs.