Kitchen Team Leader — Drive Service Excellence + 10% Bonus

Haven; Hayle; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 50% off on-park dining

20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in

Free facility access

Fully funded qualifications

Job summary

Haven at the Bluff Inn is seeking a JD Wetherspoons Kitchen Team Manager to lead a dynamic kitchen, drive quality meals, and deliver exceptional guest service.

You will manage budgets, schedules, safety, and training, with hands-on cooking and people development, ensuring compliance with brand standards. This full-time role offers up to 10% annual bonus and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in large kitchen teams.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification desirable.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and resources.
• Well-organised with high attention to detail.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support the kitchen team to deliver excellent service and targets.
• Ensure guest satisfaction and a welcoming environment.
• Monitor team performance; provide coaching and reviews.
• Oversee scheduling, budgets, and resources.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and brand standards.
• Resolve operational issues quickly.
• Support training and development of team members.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Budgeting

Health and safety

Multitasking

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene Qualification

Job description

Haven at the Bluff Inn is seeking a JD Wetherspoons Kitchen Team Manager to lead a dynamic kitchen, drive quality meals, and deliver exceptional guest service.

You will manage budgets, schedules, safety, and training, with hands-on cooking and people development, ensuring compliance with brand standards. This full-time role offers up to 10% annual bonus and opportunities for career progression.