Kitchen Manager / Head Chef - North Yorkshire

Haven Holidays; Filey; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A holiday resort company based in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead an energetic kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving excellent guest experiences, managing resources efficiently, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Strong leadership skills and experience in a fast-paced environment are essential. Attractive salary, inclusive work environment, and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Attractive salary plus annual bonus opportunity

On-site accommodation, subject to availability

Comprehensive training and ongoing support

Career development opportunities

Exclusive team perks on dining and in-store purchases

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading large kitchen teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in budgeting and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support the team to deliver excellent service.
• Ensure top-tier guest satisfaction by addressing concerns.
• Monitor individual and team performance.
• Oversee team scheduling, budgets, and resources.
• Ensure operations comply with regulations.
• Quickly resolve any operational issues.
• Support team development through ongoing training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene Qualification

Job description

As the Kitchen Manager, you'll be at the heart of an energetic kitchen team, leading with clear direction and plenty of motivation. You'll inspire your team to hit their goals and keep up high standards by showing them how it's done! You'll be hands‑on with cooking and performance, offering feedback to help your team grow, tackling any challenges, and supporting their development. Managing resources like budgets and tools will be key to keeping things running smoothly. You'll also be the driving force behind fantastic dining experiences, continuously improving how we interact and solving any issues that pop up. Plus, you'll make sure everything stays safe, compliant, and on point with company policies and brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and support the team to deliver excellent service and achieve targets.
• Guest Experience: Ensure top‑tier guest satisfaction by addressing concerns, improving service, and driving a welcoming atmosphere.
• Performance Management: Monitor individual and team performance, providing regular feedback, coaching, and conducting performance reviews.
• Resource Management: Oversee team scheduling, budgets, and resources to maximise efficiency and meet business needs.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure all operations comply with health and safety regulations, company policies, and standards.
• Problem Solving: Quickly resolve any operational issues that arise, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day running.
• Training and Development: Support team development through ongoing training, mentoring, and creating growth opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience leading large kitchen teams in roles such as Kitchen Manager, Head Chef or as an experienced Sous Chef.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene Qualification desirable.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Exceptional customer service and problem‑solving abilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Experience in budgeting and financial management.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Attractive salary plus annual bonus opportunity.
• On‑site accommodation, subject to availability and T&Cs.
• An inclusive, supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
• Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.
• Exclusive team perks, including up to 50% off on‑park dining, 20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in‑store purchases, free access to our facilities, savings at national brands and retailers, and so much more!