Head Chef - Lead Kitchen, Menus & Standards

Sun, Inc.; Worcester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount on holidays

Restaurant discounts for family

Company pension

Life cover

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Park Holidays UK is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen team across our holiday parks in England, Scotland, and Wales. You will oversee opening and closing, ensure food quality, and maintain cleanliness and safety standards.

This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £13.50 with 35 hours per week. You will manage budgets, mentor staff, and work weekends/holidays to deliver memorable dining experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking and kitchen management experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure, ensuring smooth kitchen operations.
• Willingness to adapt to the needs of the business and work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the opening and closing of the kitchen, ensuring all kitchen operations run smoothly and efficiently.
• Monitor stock levels and requisition supplies as needed, working closely with the Complex Manager and In-House Buyer to maintain optimal inventory.
• Ensure that all food preparation, cooking, and presentation meet the standards outlined in the company’s operating manuals.
• Implement and uphold all back-of-house (BOH) procedures according to standard operating manuals, ensuring that food safety and hygiene standards are consistently met.
• Direct and maintain hygiene standards to meet company food safety and cook-chill requirements, ensuring proper administration of all related procedures.
• Collaborate with the Food and Beverage Director to propose new menu ideas, incorporating feedback and staying in line with seasonal and budgetary considerations.
• Manage the kitchen's budget, ensuring effective control of resources and costs to meet financial targets.
• Lead, motivate, and train kitchen staff to maintain high performance and adherence to company standards.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Communication

Cooking

Budget planning

Job description

Park Holidays UK is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen team across our holiday parks in England, Scotland, and Wales. You will oversee opening and closing, ensure food quality, and maintain cleanliness and safety standards.

This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £13.50 with 35 hours per week. You will manage budgets, mentor staff, and work weekends/holidays to deliver memorable dining experiences for guests.