Kitchen Manager

Appcast; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Kitchen Manager to lead a talented team at one of their vibrant food venues. This role offers the chance to develop team skills while ensuring high standards of food safety and compliance in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for recruitment, training, and managing kitchen operations, all while creating memorable dining experiences for guests. If you are energetic, proactive, and passionate about food, this is the perfect opportunity to shine in an exciting and fun-filled atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a volume restaurant environment.
• Ability to lead a team and maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of up to 15 chefs and kitchen porters.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Compliance

Stock Management

Cost Control

Training and Development

Education

Level 3 Food Safety Qualification

Job description

About The Role

We're looking for a Kitchen Manager to join the Butlin's Team based in Bognor Regis.

We truly believe that variety is the spice of life, and in this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead and develop the skills of our team in one of our fantastic food venues. A Butlin's resort is the home of getting stuck in, and no trip to the seaside would be complete without great food, which we offer to every guest, every time, in our restaurants.

Working in one of our guest's favourite places to dine, as a Kitchen Manager, you will lead a team of up to 15 chefs and kitchen porters, involved in recruitment, training, development, and retention. You will be accountable for stocktakes, rosters, timesheets, health & safety compliance, and food safety compliance for your kitchen, working closely with the Venue Manager and front of house team to provide an all-round service.

You will support candidates on our in-house Chef Academy Development program and attend workshops and training as required. The role is part of the Buffets department, with occasional support for other kitchen teams and participation in event work, such as conferences on resort.

About You

We are seeking individuals with experience in a similar level role within a volume restaurant environment. We welcome applications from those looking to step up to their next role in the kitchen.

You need to be hardworking, determined, reliable, and proactive in seeking improvements to help the team deliver our brand standards consistently.

We value energetic, enthusiastic, high-spirited, and fun-loving candidates who understand their role and the value they add to the guest experience by unleashing the potential of their team.

You should have passed your Level 3 Food Safety qualification and be confident in leading a team to maintain high standards in a fast-paced, busy kitchen environment.

As with any chef role at this level, you will also manage margins, control costs, and oversee health, safety, and hygiene standards.

Our chefs at Butlin's are special, and our guests love returning to our restaurants as part of their holiday experience. The ideal candidate is fun, eager to join in, works well as part of a team, and is committed to ensuring our guests have a great time every time.

Typical working hours: five days over seven, covering 40 hours per week, with a bonus scheme.

About Butlin's

At Butlin's, we're all about fun, excitement, and adventure! For over 80 years, we've been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year with action-packed family breaks or our epic Adult-only Big Weekenders.

Our team members often cite our culture as one of the best aspects of working here. We aim to provide our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, driven by our three core values.

If you're looking for a role where you create smiles, aren't afraid to get stuck in, and genuinely care for your team, this could be the perfect fit for you.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin's!