Beachcomber Inn Kitchen Manager

Description

Are you ready to take the lead in a vibrant kitchen environment? As our Kitchen Manager, you will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring top-notch food quality, consistency, and safety standards. You'll not only manage the team but also nurture and develop their potential, all while ensuring a smooth and efficient service during both peak and off-peak hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimize Food Waste: Implement strategies to reduce waste and optimize resources.
• Manage Team Hours: Ensure effective utilization of team members.
• Health and Safety: Uphold the highest standards of safety in the kitchen.
• Food Standards: Maintain exceptional food quality and presentation.
• Guest Satisfaction: Monitor and enhance guest Net Promoter Score (NPS).
• Team Engagement: Foster a positive work environment to boost team NPS.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Daily Operations: Manage food prep, cooking, and presentation with flair.
• Team Leadership: Foster a collaborative and efficient kitchen team.
• Pre-Shift Briefings: Allocate tasks, inspect uniforms, and monitor attendance.
• Food Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to health regulations.
• Quality Champion: Hold chefs accountable for food specs and cooking methods.
• Taste Tests: Regularly assess food offerings to ensure alignment with our proposition.
• Guest Forecasting: Review upcoming guest numbers and communicate effectively with the team.
• Inventory Management: Order ingredients while managing budget constraints and minimizing waste.
• Sanitation Standards: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen at all times.
• Team Rotas: Handle scheduling in the absence of the Senior Kitchen Manager.
• Cost Tracking: Monitor daily food costs using the Food Costs Tracker software.
• Policy Compliance: Ensure all team members adhere to company standards.
• Visible Leadership: Be present in the kitchen to support and motivate your team.
• Equipment Monitoring: Address any equipment issues promptly.
• Paperwork Management: Ensure all relevant documentation is completed daily.
• Training and Development: Lead the growth of team members following their development pathways.

About Butlin's

Did you know that Billy Butlin was the first person to introduce dodgems to the UK? That’s right—fun is in our DNA! For almost 90 years, we’ve been delighting guests with unforgettable experiences. Our culture is one of the best things our team members, past and present, rave about.

As The Home of Entertainment, we go above and beyond to provide our guests with an “Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break.” Whether it’s all-action family holidays or adult-only Big Weekenders, we bring our three mighty values to life. If you’re looking for a role where you can Create Smiles, aren’t afraid to Get Stuck In, and genuinely Care For Each Other, we think you’ll fit right in!