Junior Kitchen Manager (Sous Chef)

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 will play a crucial role in running our kitchen and leading a dynamic team of up to 10 passionate individuals.

At the heart of our values is the commitment to making our guests smile. You will ensure 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 standards.
• Ensuring compliance with food hygiene standards and health and safety regulations.

We’re looking for candidates with experience in a similar role, but if you’re eager to step up, we want to hear from you too! A Level 3 Food Safety qualification is essential, and you should be confident in leading a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

We value hard work and determination. If you’re a reliable person who loves to get things done and is always seeking better ways to uphold our brand standards, you’ll fit right in! We’re searching for energetic, enthusiastic, and fun-loving individuals who understand the impact they can have on the guest experience by empowering their team.

As a chef at this level, you’ll also be responsible for managing margins, controlling costs, and ensuring all health, safety, and hygiene standards are met. Previous experience at Papa John’s and achieving your ROC or AROC qualification would be a bonus, but don’t worry—full training will be provided!

At Butlin’s, we believe our chefs are something special. Our guests love returning to our restaurants as part of their holiday experience, and we want you to be the cherry on top! Join us in creating unforgettable moments for our guests, every single time.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

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

We’re looking for individuals who have:

• Experience in a similar role or are eager to step up.
• A strong work ethic and determination.
• A fun-loving spirit and enthusiasm for teamwork.
• A commitment to enhancing the guest experience by unlocking the potential of your team.

As a chef, you’ll also manage margins, control costs, and uphold health, safety, and hygiene standards. If you’re ready to join a team that values fun and camaraderie while ensuring our guests have a fantastic time, we want to hear from you!

At Butlin’s, we’re all about fun, excitement, and adventure! For over 80 years, we’ve been delighting guests with unforgettable experiences, whether they’re on a family break or enjoying our epic Adult-only Big Weekenders.

Our team members often say that one of the best things about working at Butlin’s is our vibrant culture. We’re dedicated to providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three core values:

• Create Smiles
• Get Stuck In
• Care 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!