About this role
<p>Compensation: £12.71 Per Hour<br>Weekly Hours: 30</p> <p> </p> <p>Looking for a rewarding career in the holiday park industry? Park Holidays UK is one of the leading holiday park operators, offering exciting opportunities in a fun and dynamic environment. Whether you're passionate about customer service, hospitality, or outdoor adventures, we have a role for you. Join our team and be part of creating unforgettable holiday experiences!</p> <p> </p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H3 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Overview</b></H3> </div><div>Park Holidays UK is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen team and ensure smooth and effective kitchen operations. If you have a passion for food, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and are looking to advance your career, this is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the largest providers of holiday parks in England, Scotland, and Wales. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality food while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and service.</div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H3 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Duties</b></H3> </div><div><ul> <li>Oversee the opening and closing of the kitchen, ensuring all kitchen operations run smoothly and efficiently.</li> <li>Monitor stock levels and requisition supplies as needed, working closely with the Complex Manager and In-House Buyer to maintain optimal inventory.</li> <li>Ensure that all food preparation, cooking, and presentation meet the standards outlined in the company’s operating manuals.</li> <li>Implement and uphold all back-of-house (BOH) procedures according to standard operating manuals, ensuring that food safety and hygiene standards are consistently met.</li> <li>Direct and maintain hygiene standards to meet company food safety and cook-chill requirements, ensuring proper administration of all related procedures.</li> <li>Collaborate with the Food and Beverage Director to propose new menu ideas, incorporating feedback and staying in line with seasonal and budgetary considerations.</li> <li>Manage the kitchen's budget, ensuring effective control of resources and costs to meet financial targets.</li> <li>Lead, motivate, and train kitchen staff to maintain high performance and adherence to company standards.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H3 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Requirements</b></H3> </div><div><ul> <li>Proven cooking and kitchen management experience in a fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house staff.</li> <li>Ability to make sound decisions under pressure, ensuring smooth kitchen operations even during busy periods.</li> <li>Willingness to adapt to the needs of the business and work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.</li> <li>A genuine passion for delivering high-quality food and driving continuous improvement in kitchen operations.</li> </ul></div></div></div><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p> <p>At Park Holidays UK, you'll be part of an industry-leading organisation where you'll be challenged, inspired, rewarded, and empowered to grow. We pride ourselves on placing a high value on our team members — it’s one of the key things that sets us apart.</p> <p>We’ll encourage you to bring your best every day, offering exciting opportunities, meaningful work, a supportive and collaborative environment, and plenty of room for professional development.</p> <p><strong>Employee Benefits at Park Holidays UK include:</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Generous discount on holidays across our parks</li> <li>Discount at all restaurants on park for you and your family</li> <li>Free premium eye test voucher</li> <li>Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling, retail discounts, and more.</li> <li>Discounted gym memberships</li> <li>Employee referral scheme</li> <li>Sales referral scheme</li> <li>Free expert mortgage advice</li> <li>Company pension scheme</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:8.0pt">IND1</span></p>