Kitchen Manager / Head Chef - Spa Café
Sherwood Forest | Circa £42,000 per annum plus 12% bonus scheme
Serve up the flavour that turns a good break into a great one
We're looking for a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to lead a team and deliver exceptional food quality and service to guests. You'll oversee kitchen operations, ensure high standards, manage budgets and foster a positive team culture.
What You'll Be Doing
- Oversee and coordinate all kitchen operations to company standards
- Ensure food quality, service and guest satisfaction while meeting financial targets
- Maintain strict hygiene and safety compliance
- Collaborate with the Restaurant Manager to drive business success
- Lead, motivate and manage the kitchen team, fostering a positive and high-performing culture
What's In It For You
- Free day passes and access to leisure facilities (including the spa)
- Discounts on breaks and in our shops and restaurants
- Bonus scheme and recognition rewards
- A supportive, friendly team
- Career development and in‑role training
Your working hours
- Full-time contract, 150 contracted hours per 4-week period
- Shifts fall between 7:00am to 9:00pm
- This role includes early mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays
About You
- Experienced in leading kitchen teams in fast-paced environments
- Strong financial awareness in stock control, scheduling and waste reduction
- Proven management experience in large-scale kitchen operations
- Experience in training and developing a kitchen team
- Motivational leadership fostering collaboration and accountability
- Empathetic and supportive approach to leading a team
Our values
We care, we’re brave, we’re determined and we’re naturally us.
Closing date: 7th October 2026
At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.
We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.
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Kitchen Manager / Head Chef - Spa Café in Newark on Trent employer: Center Parcs UK & Ireland
Center Parcs UK & Ireland offers a welcoming and supportive work environment for our Forest Retreat Housekeepers, where you can enjoy the beauty of Sherwood Forest while contributing to creating memorable family experiences. With flexible part-time hours, comprehensive training, and unique perks such as free day passes and staff discounts, we prioritise employee well-being and growth, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful employment in a picturesque setting.
