Assistant Kitchen Manager / Senior Chef de Partie A range of quality own-brand and high street restaurants and cafs, mixed with great food, family-friendly menus, and a generous sprinkling of excellent service. Thats the recipe for success in our Food and Beverage department. Around each village, the Food and Beverage department employs around 350 team members across multiple different restaurants, cafs, and bars, as well as a production kitchen. From American grills to authentic Indian cuisine, or for those wanting a relaxing drink after a busy day, theres something to suit all appetites at Center Parcs.ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER / SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIECirca 42,800 per annum plus tipsAll colleagues working in our restaurants, cafs and bars will benefit from the discretionary service charge we add to bills. The majority of our guests are happy to reward our colleagues for their excellent service.You will assist with leading a kitchen brigade dedicated to providing a first-class service and excellent food quality to our guests.Responsibilities will include:Assisting the Kitchen Manager / Head Chef in the effective and efficient management of the kitchen and teamEnsuring the kitchen operates within its agreed budget through analysing and rectifying food costs and marginsMonitoring guest satisfaction levels on the quality of food and taking action to remedy shortfallsPlaying a key role in the Departments compliance with food safety legislationPreparing and presenting food to the determined specificationHOURS OF WORKWorking straight shifts, you will be contracted to work150hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday.EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSEssential requirements:Ability to lead a team in a busy commercial kitchen environmentGood financial awarenessstocktaking / work schedules / wastagePrevious experience as a Chef de Partie with supervisory and training responsibility for a team of chefs in a large organisation OR as a Head Chef / Sous Chef in a smaller establishmentExcellent communicatorExcellent organisational and time management skills while working under pressureSome knowledge of financial targets and controlsDesirable requirements:Experience of back of house systems for stock management and orderingABOUT THE BENEFITSCenter Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:Colleague Bonus SchemePension Scheme with Life AssuranceColleague Recognition and Reward Schemeoffering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchersFree use of our leisure facilitiesDiscounted Center Parcs breaks20% discount in our restaurant and retail outletsAccess to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discountsAn Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal mattersExcellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualificationsIf this sounds like your ideal job, then wed love to see your application.Closing date:21st January 2025at 12 NoonInterviews to be held:Week commencing 20th January 2025Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.Follow us -FacebookX (Twitter)LinkedInAt Center Parcs, everyones welcome.We recognise that were all at our best when were 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. Please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process. Share Apply now