Kitchen Shift Leader

Haven; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading holiday resort company in Greater Lincolnshire is seeking a Kitchen Shift Leader to lead a dedicated team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. As a key figure in the kitchen, you will oversee food preparation, ensure high standards of food safety, and motivate team members to provide excellent guest service. This role offers an inclusive work environment, extensive training, and career development opportunities, along with exclusive team perks, including discounts on dining and holidays.

Benefits

Attractive pay with overtime opportunities

Inclusive, supportive work environment

Comprehensive training and ongoing support

Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications

Discounts on dining and holidays

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Deputy Kitchen Manager or a Second Chef / Sous Chef.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, especially when handling food orders.
• Committed to providing high-quality, customer-focused service.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team by assigning tasks and ensuring smooth workflow.
• Provide prompt, professional guest service, addressing complaints and special requests.
• Oversee food preparation, ensuring quality and compliance with standards.
• Maintain adherence to food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness regulations.
• Assist in training new team members on company policies and procedures.
• Participate in team duties while stepping up as the shift leader.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Job description

Position: Kitchen Shift Leader

Type: Full-Time – Seasonal / Permanent

Pay Rates : Up to £ per hour

Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Kitchen Shift Leader , where you'll play a key role in leading the team to create unforgettable dining experiences for our guests!

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of an energetic team, leading assigned shifts with clear direction and plenty of motivation. You’ll inspire the team to provide fantastic guest experiences and high-quality standards. Plus, you'll make sure everything stays safe, compliant, and on point with company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team by assigning tasks, ensuring smooth workflow, and motivating the team to deliver excellent service.
• Provide prompt, professional guest service, addressing complaints and special requests.
• Oversee food preparation, ensuring quality, taste, and compliance with standards.
• Maintain adherence to food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness regulations.
• Assist in training new team members on company policies and procedures.
• Participate in team duties while stepping up as the shift leader when assigned.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Deputy Kitchen Manager or a Second Chef / Sous Chef
• Strong leadershipand communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, especially when handling food orders.
• Committed to providing high-quality, customer-focused service.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.

What We Offer

• Attractive pay with overtime opportunities.
• 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!

How to Apply

To apply for this role, click apply now and answer a few quick questions, which should take about 5 minutes. Once submitted, a member of our team will reach out to you. If shortlisted, our interview process may consist of two stages : an interview and a skills test.