Buffet Restaurant Junior Kitchen Manager

Are you ready to embark on an exciting culinary adventure? We’re on the lookout for a Junior Kitchen Manager to join our vibrant Butlin's Buffets Department in Skegness. If you have a passion for exceptional dining experiences and a knack for leading a dynamic team, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

As a Junior Kitchen Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the Kitchen Manager and leading our talented chefs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the daily operations of the kitchen.
• Stepping up in the Kitchen Manager's absence.
• Monitoring guest experiences and developing action plans for continuous improvement.
• Conducting daily briefings and managing stock control.
• Ensuring food presentation meets our high standards.
• Delivering food cost budgets through effective menu planning.
• Maintaining food hygiene standards and health & safety compliance.

You'll be a role model for the Butlin’s unique way of working, inspiring your team to deliver unforgettable experiences for our guests. With the opportunity to lead in our main buffet restaurant, you’ll help create memorable moments for families enjoying their half-board dining package.

We’re looking for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and have experience in a similar role. Here’s what we need from you:

• Experience managing large volume turnarounds (we serve up to 3000 guests per service!).
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• A hardworking and determined attitude, always seeking better ways to deliver our brand standards.
• Energetic and enthusiastic personality, ready to build relationships with team members and leaders.
• Level 3 Food Safety qualification.
• Confidence in leading a team to maintain high standards in a busy kitchen.
• Ability to manage margins, control costs, and uphold health, safety, and hygiene standards.

At Butlin’s, we believe our chefs are something special! Our guests love returning to our restaurants, and we want you to be a part of that experience. Bring your fun-loving spirit and commitment to teamwork, and let’s create smiles together!

This role covers a 5-day working week over 7 days , totaling 40 hours , including evenings and weekends. Please note that this position does not come with onsite accommodation.

At Butlin’s, we’re all about fun, excitement, and adventure! For over 80 years, we’ve been delighting guests with unforgettable experiences, whether on family breaks 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 ready to join a team that values fun and camaraderie, there has never been a more exciting time to become part of Butlin’s!