Kitchen Manager / Head Chef - American Diner

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Kitchen Manager / Head Chef - American Diner

Sherwood Forest | Circa £44,100 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

You will be contracted to work a guaranteed minimum of 150 over a 4‑week period. You may be asked to work additional hours in line with operational requirements

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

Each colleague at Center Parcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues, communities and our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out : We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us.

Sound like your kind of job?

Apply online today - interviews are ongoing.

Closing date: 20 July 2026

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

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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.

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