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About The Role
Are you ready to take the culinary lead at Butlin's? We’re on the lookout for a Senior Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to join our vibrant team in Minehead!
At Butlin’s, we believe that every seaside trip deserves fantastic food. As part of our Restaurants Department, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our guests enjoy a delightful dining experience every time they visit.
In this exciting position, you will:
* Lead and develop our talented kitchen team across various food venues.
* Ensure Junior Kitchen Managers are effectively leading each shift.
* Maintain compliance with all food safety and Health & Safety policies.
* Manage food orders with our onsite warehouse and uphold HACCP processes.
* Collaborate with the Food Development Team to tackle operational challenges.
* Foster a motivated, ethical culinary team that delivers quality service.
* Implement cost control procedures and monitor waste and breakage.
* Work closely with both kitchen and front-of-house teams for seamless operations.
About You
We’re searching for a passionate individual with:
* Proven experience in managing kitchen operations at a similar level.
* A track record of effectively developing team performance in a commercial culinary setting.
* A hardworking and determined attitude, always seeking better ways to meet our brand standards.
* Energetic and enthusiastic spirit, ready to enhance the guest experience by empowering the team.
* A Level 3 Food Safety qualification and confidence in leading a high-performing kitchen.
At Butlin’s, our chefs are truly special, and we know our guests love returning to our restaurants as part of their holiday experience. If you’re fun-loving, eager to join a team, and committed to ensuring our guests have a fantastic time, we want to hear from you!
Typical working hours: 40 hours per week, five days over seven.
About Butlin's
At Butlin’s, we’re all about fun, excitement, and adventure! For over 80 years, we’ve been creating unforgettable experiences for our guests, whether they’re enjoying a family break or our epic Adult-only Big Weekenders.
Our team culture is one of the best things about working at Butlin’s! We’re dedicated to providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, guided by our three core values:
* Create Smiles
* Get Stuck In
* Cares For Each Other
If you’re looking for a role where you can truly make a difference and have a blast while doing it, this could be the perfect fit for you. There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin’s!