Junior Kitchen Manager (Sous Chef)

Description

About The Role

Are you ready to take your culinary career to the next level? We’re on the lookout for a Junior Kitchen Manager/Sous Chef to join our vibrant team at Papa John’s! Reporting directly to the Kitchen Manager/Head Chef, you’ll play a crucial role in running our kitchen and leading a dynamic team of up to 10 talented individuals.

At the heart of our values is the mission to make our guests smile, and you’ll be instrumental in ensuring that every operational decision keeps our guests at the forefront. Your responsibilities will include:

• Resource planning and recruitment to build the best team.
• Monitoring guest experiences and developing action plans for continuous improvement.
• Managing food cost budgets through effective menu planning and cooking to high standards.
• Ensuring compliance with food hygiene standards and health and safety regulations.

We’re looking for passionate individuals with experience in a similar role, or those eager to step up in their kitchen career. If you have your Level 3 Food Safety qualification and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

We value hard work and determination, and we’re seeking reliable team players who are always looking for ways to enhance our brand standards. If you’re energetic, enthusiastic, and fun-loving, you’ll fit right in!

While previous experience at Papa John’s and achieving your ROC or AROC qualification is a plus, it’s not essential as we provide full training.

At Butlin’s, we believe our chefs are truly special. Our guests return time and again for the unforgettable dining experiences we create. If you’re excited about ensuring our guests have a fantastic time, every time, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Your Level 3 Food Safety qualification.
• Confidence in leading a team to maintain high standards in a busy kitchen.

About You

We’re looking for individuals who:

• Have experience in a similar role or are ready to advance in their kitchen career.
• Are hardworking, determined, and reliable.
• Bring energy and enthusiasm to the team.
• Understand the importance of guest experience and team potential.

As a chef at this level, you’ll also be responsible for managing margins, controlling costs, and ensuring health, safety, and hygiene standards are met. We want someone who is not only skilled but also fun and eager to contribute to our team culture!

About Butlin's

Did you know that Billy Butlin was the first person to introduce dodgems to the UK? Fun is in our DNA, and we’ve been delighting guests for nearly 90 years! Our team members, past and present, often highlight our incredible culture as one of the best aspects of working at Butlin’s.

As the Home of Entertainment, we strive 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 live by our three core values. 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!