Key Responsibilities
- Food waste minimisation
- Team hours and utilisation
- Health & safety food standards
- Guest NPS and employee NPS (ENPS) skills, knowledge & expertise
- Manage daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
- Lead all kitchen team, fostering a collaborative and efficient environment.
- Conduct pre‑shift briefings to allocate tasks and duties for the day, inspect uniforms, and monitor staff timekeeping and absences.
- Monitor food safety standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Champion food quality across all kitchens, ensuring chefs adhere strictly to food specifications and cooking methods, and take accountability for all dishes produced.
- Ensure food offering aligns with the proposition, conducting regular taste tests at all sections.
- Review guest numbers for the next 7 days with the Senior Kitchen Manager and communicate to the team during briefings.
- Order ingredients and supplies, working closely with JKM to manage budget constraints and minimise waste.
- Maintain a clean and organised kitchen, adhering to sanitation standards at all times.
- Handle team rotas in the absence of the Senior Kitchen Manager, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Track daily food costs via the Food Costs Tracker software.
- Ensure all team members comply with company policies and standards.
- Be a visible presence in the kitchen to ensure standards are continuously high and team members receive support during shifts.
- Monitor equipment function and flag up issues in a timely fashion.
- Ensure all relevant paperwork is completed and closing checks are performed daily.
- Lead the training and development of team members, following the development pathway for staff progression.
About Butlin's
Butlin’s has delighted guests for almost 90 years, offering family holidays and adult‑only Big Weekends. Our culture is built on the three values: Create Smiles, Get Stuck In, and Care for Each Other.
Beachcomber Inn Kitchen Manager (Sous Chef) in Mablethorpe employer: Billy Butlin
At Billy Butlin in Mablethorpe, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every team member is valued. As a Kitchen Operations Lead, you will not only ensure the highest standards of quality and safety but also have ample opportunities for personal and professional growth within our supportive environment. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that thrives on collaboration and excellence in the hospitality industry.
