Senior Kitchen Manager

Appcast; Skegness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Senior Kitchen Manager / Head Chef at a seaside resort, where you'll lead a passionate culinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional food experiences. This role offers the chance to develop your team, enforce high standards of food safety, and collaborate across departments. If you're energetic, enthusiastic, and ready to thrive in a fun environment, this is the opportunity for you. Embrace the excitement of working in a lively culinary setting where every day brings new challenges and rewards.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Vibrant company culture

Focus on fun and adventure

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations at a similar level.
• Track record in team performance and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the culinary team to ensure high food quality.
• Maintain compliance with food safety and HACCP processes.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Compliance

Culinary Skills

Cost Control

Education

Level 3 Food Safety qualification

Job description

Job Title: Senior Kitchen Manager / Head Chef

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

A Butlin's resort is the home of getting stuck in, and no trip to the seaside would be complete without great food, which we offer 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 Restaurants Department, ensuring high standards of food quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the skills of our culinary team.
• Ensure Junior Kitchen Managers lead each shift effectively.
• Maintain compliance with all food safety and Health & Safety policies.
• Place orders for all food items with our onsite warehouse.
• Ensure compliance with all HACCP processes.
• Communicate with the Food Development Team regarding operational challenges.
• Establish and develop a motivated, proactive culinary team with high ethical standards.
• Enforce cost control procedures, monitor waste and breakage.
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams for smooth operations.

About You

• Previous experience managing a kitchen operation at a similar level.
• Proven track record in managing team performance and developing staff in a commercial culinary environment.
• Hardworking, reliable, and proactive.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and fun-loving.
• Level 3 Food Safety qualification or higher.
• Ability to deliver high standards in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Details

• Working hours: 40 hours per week, five days over seven, with a bonus scheme.
• Join a company with a vibrant culture and a focus on fun, excitement, and adventure.