Senior Kitchen Manager

TN United Kingdom; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and fun-loving team as a Senior Kitchen Manager at a renowned resort in Bognor Regis. In this exciting role, you will lead a brigade of up to 30 culinary professionals across multiple venues, ensuring high standards of food safety and quality service. If you are passionate about creating memorable guest experiences and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. With a focus on teamwork and a commitment to excellence, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences that keep guests returning for more. Don't miss your chance to be part of this vibrant culinary team!

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale kitchen operations.
• Proven track record in team performance and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of up to 30 in the Buffets Department.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and HACCP processes.
• Communicate with Food Development Team on operational challenges.

Skills

Team Management

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Compliance

Cost Control

Operational Efficiency

Education

Level 3 Food Safety Qualification

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About The Role

We’re looking for a Senior Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to join the Butlin's Team based in Bognor Regis.

At Butlin’s, a resort is the home of getting stuck in, and no trip to the seaside is complete without great food. We offer this to every guest, every time, in our restaurants.

We believe that variety is the spice of life. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead and develop our team in the Buffets Department across various food venues.

You will lead a brigade of up to 30 team members across one main kitchen serving four restaurants, and two smaller kitchens providing breakfast and dinner for guests. You will ensure Junior Kitchen Managers lead each shift, maintain compliance with food safety and Health & Safety policies, place orders with our onsite warehouse, and ensure HACCP processes are followed.

You will communicate with the Food Development Team regarding operational challenges and develop a motivated, proactive culinary team with high ethical standards that deliver cost-effective, quality service. You will enforce cost control procedures, monitor waste and breakage, and collaborate with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth operations.

About You

We seek individuals with experience managing large-scale, volume-led kitchen operations, with a proven track record of managing team performance and developing staff in a commercial culinary environment.

You should be hardworking, reliable, and proactive in seeking improvements to ensure consistent delivery of our brand standards. Energetic, enthusiastic, high-spirited, and fun-loving candidates who understand their role's value in enhancing the guest experience are ideal.

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

Our chefs are something special, and our guests love returning to our restaurants. The ideal candidate is fun, team-oriented, and committed to providing great guest experiences.

Working Hours

40 hours per week, five days over seven, with shifts ranging from 10 am to 8 pm, including occasional breakfast shifts. The role is part of a bonus scheme.

About Butlin's

At Butlin’s, we’re all about fun, excitement, and adventure! For over 80 years, we’ve delighted guests with action-packed family breaks and epic adult-only events.

Our culture is highly valued; we focus on providing guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, driven by our three key values: Create Smiles, Get Stuck In, and Care for Each Other.

If you want a role where you can make a difference, work as part of a team, and ensure guests have a great time, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Join us now—there has never been a more exciting time to be part of Butlin’s!