Kitchen Team Lead - 10% Bonus + Onsite Accommodation

Haven; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 10%

Onsite accommodation

Employee discounts

Job summary

Haven is seeking a Kitchen Team Manager to lead a busy team and deliver memorable dining experiences for guests. You will cook, coach, and drive performance while managing daily operations, budgets, and compliance.

This hands-on role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to guest satisfaction. Evening, weekend, and holiday flexibility is required, with on-site accommodation available if needed.

Qualifications

• Proven kitchen leadership experience (Kitchen Manager/Head Chef or experienced Sous Chef)
• Budgeting and resource management experience
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate your kitchen team to deliver excellence and hit performance targets
• Ensure memorable guest experiences by resolving issues quickly and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere
• Manage schedules, budgets, and resources to keep operations smooth and efficient
• Coach and develop your team through feedback, training and growth opportunities
• Champion health, safety and compliance across all operations

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Budget management

Team coaching

Health & safety awareness

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene

Job description

Haven is seeking a Kitchen Team Manager to lead a busy team and deliver memorable dining experiences for guests. You will cook, coach, and drive performance while managing daily operations, budgets, and compliance.

This hands-on role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to guest satisfaction. Evening, weekend, and holiday flexibility is required, with on-site accommodation available if needed.