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 that every dish meets our high standards for quality, consistency, and safety. You’ll not only manage the team but also nurture and develop their talents, helping them unlock their full potential. Your role will be crucial in maintaining 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 NPS: Strive for outstanding guest satisfaction scores.
• Team ENPS: Foster a positive work environment for team engagement.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
• Lead and inspire the kitchen team, creating a collaborative and efficient atmosphere.
• Conduct pre-shift briefings to allocate tasks, inspect uniforms, and monitor attendance.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and food safety standards.
• Champion food quality by ensuring adherence to specifications and cooking methods.
• Regularly conduct taste tests to ensure our offerings align with our brand proposition.
• Review guest numbers weekly with the Senior Kitchen Manager and communicate insights to the team.
• Order ingredients and supplies while managing budget constraints and minimizing waste.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to sanitation standards at all times.
• Handle team rotas in the absence of the Senior Kitchen Manager to ensure adequate shift coverage.
• Track daily food costs using the Food Costs Tracker software.
• Ensure all team members comply with company policies and standards.
• Be a visible presence in the kitchen, providing support and maintaining high standards.
• Monitor equipment functionality and address issues promptly.
• Complete all relevant paperwork and ensure closing checks are done daily.
• Lead the training and development of team members, following the staff progression pathway.

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 team members, both 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 go above and beyond to provide our guests with an 'Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break.' From action-packed family holidays to 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!