Executive Chef Team Lead

2 weeks ago


Carlisle, Cumbria, United Kingdom Haven Full time
Kitchen Management Team Deputy Role Overview

As part of our dynamic Food & Beverage Leadership Team at Haven, you will be responsible for supporting the Kitchen Team Manager with the day-to-day operation of our restaurant's kitchen, following standard operating procedures to ensure a safe and secure environment for all. This role requires a strong focus on performance targets, stock management, and cost control, as well as administrative tasks, such as team rota management, safety checks, and legislative compliance.

Key Responsibilities

- Support the Kitchen Team Manager in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures and maintaining a safe working environment.
- Deliver performance targets against budget, managing stock, margin, and cost control to optimize kitchen operations.
- Assist with completing administrative tasks, including team rota management, safety checks, and legislative compliance.
- Drive continuous improvement, provide solutions to issues, and set goals for growth in the kitchen team.

What's in It for You?

- Enjoy free access to our leisure facilities, including a swimming pool.
- Enjoy discounts on food at our parks and in our shops.
- Take advantage of opportunities to use our corporate box at the O2 Arena.
- Benefit from discounts with national brands and retailers.
- Enjoy discounts for you, your family, and friends across Haven and Warner Leisure Hotels.
- Participate in reward and recognition schemes.
- Enjoy training and development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.
- Benefit from a fantastic health, mind, and money support programme.
- Enjoy enhanced family-friendly policies and pay (eligibility criteria applied).

Experience and Qualifications

- Proven experience leading large teams in a fast-paced kitchen or similar environment.
- Experience in managing operations, performance, resources, and cost control.
- Ability to confidently deal with guest concerns and resolve problems.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Strong decision-making ability.
- Level 3 Food Hygiene Qualification.

About Us

We're part of the award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven and Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations, with our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead.

What's it Like to Work with Us?

Working with us is defined by our exceptional people and teams. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritize openness and transparency in our interactions, allowing our team members to be their authentic selves.
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