Total 17 F&B / Tourism / Hospitality job vacancies in Chatham, Kent, ME4 4JZ

Haven Kent Coast formerly known as Allhallows our park on the Hoo Peninsular is situated along the Thames estuary offering the closest sandy beach to central London.

Allhallows-on-Sea, Near Rochester, Kent ME3 9QD GBR

Job DetailsPosition: Kitchen Team Manager  
Type: Full-Time / Permanent    
Bonus: Up to 10% Annual Bonus    

Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Kitchen Team Manager! Lead with passion and skill to create unforgettable dining experiences for our guests, ensuring top-quality service and exceptional meals. 

As the Kitchen Manager, you'll be at the heart of an energetic kitchen team, leading with clear direction and plenty of motivation. You'll inspire your team to hit their goals and keep up high standards by showing them how it’s done! You'll be hands-on with cooking and performance, offering feedback to help your team grow, tackling any challenges, and supporting their development. Managing resources like budgets and tools will be key to keeping things running smoothly. You'll also be the driving force behind fantastic dining experiences, continuously improving how we interact and solving any issues that pop up. Plus, you'll make sure everything stays safe, compliant, and on point with company policies and brand standards.   

Key Responsibilities    
Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and support the team to deliver excellent service and achieve targets.     
Guest Experience: Ensure top-tier guest satisfaction by addressing concerns, improving service, and driving a welcoming atmosphere.     
Performance Management: Monitor individual and team performance, providing regular feedback, coaching, and conducting performance reviews.     
Resource Management: Oversee staff scheduling, budgets, and resources to maximise efficiency and meet business needs.     
Compliance and Safety: Ensure all operations comply with health and safety regulations, company policies, and standards.     
Problem Solving: Quickly resolve any operational issues that arise, ensuring smooth day-to-day running.     
Training and Development: Support staff development through ongoing training, mentoring, and creating growth opportunities.     

Requirements     
- Proven experience leading large kitchen teams in roles such as Kitchen Manager, Head Chef or as an experienced Sous Chef. 
- Level 3 Food Hygiene Qualification desirable. 
- Strong leadership and communication skills.    
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.    
- Exceptional customer service and problem-solving abilities.    
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations.    
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills.    
- Experience in budgeting and financial management.    
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.    

What We Offer    
- Attractive salary plus annual bonus opportunity.      
- On-site accommodation, subject to availability and T&Cs.     
- An inclusive, supportive work environment.     
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support.     
- Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.     
- Exclusive team perks, including up to 50% off on-park dining, 20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in-store purchases, free access to our facilities, savings at national brands and retailers, and so much more!     

How to Apply    
To apply for this role, click apply now and answer a few quick questions, which should take about 5 minutes. Once submitted, a member of our team will reach out to you. If shortlisted, our interview process may consist of two stages: an interview and a skills test.    

If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us at: resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk    

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are ready to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be full-time, part-time or a job-share.

The staple in any kitchen team is the Kitchen Porter.

This involves ensuring the kitchen, all tableware and utensils are washed and cleaned, together with ensuring the kitchen and all food areas are maintained to the highest standard of cleanliness always. Assisting the Head Chef and their team with food and equipment deliveries and their daily duties.

We are proud to develop and grow our own people from within and part of this role is to provide the team member with the opportunity to be involved, learn and gain experience in preparation and cooking providing them with the skills needed to develop into their next role with us at The Herbalist, Maidstone.

Benefits
• Internal training and development plans
• A share of the tips in addition to your rate/hourly rate of pay
• Birthday off guaranteed, plus a treat from us
• 50% discount off food & 25% off bedrooms when visiting with friends & family
• 70% discount off the menu when on shift, no restrictions
• 10% discount on Wildshark vineyard tours
• A personal invitation to our summer and winter staff reward party
• Incentives, reward & recognition trips
• Live-in accommodation available
• Refer a friend and Chef recruitment incentives of up to £1.5k (T&C’s apply)
• Long service recognition rewards (extra paid holidays & monetary vouchers)
• Company pension

Kitchen Assistant Rochester - £11.45 ph

Typical Shifts are: 8 hours per week from 6-8pm four evenings a week

Join Voyage Care and Feel Valued, we reward your dedication with:
Enhanced evening and weekend pay at an additional 50p per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
Premium overtime rates at an additional £1 per hour (Ts & Cs apply)
Wagestream giving you the flexibility to draw upon up to 40% of your pay, as it is earned.
Funded Blue Light Card hundreds of discounts at high street retailers etc.
24/7/365 doctor line for our colleagues and their families
Access to cash plans for our colleagues, which also covers their families
Enhanced retirement leave
Long service awards

We’re on the hunt for a Kitchen Assistant to join us in our ABI (Acquired Brain Injury) service in Rochester. This service is a welcoming and friendly environment with a dynamic team that supports a fantastic group of people!

As a Kitchen Assistant / Porter with us you'll be enhancing the quality of life of the people we support through the preparation and cooking of nutritious, balanced meals. Our Kitchen Assistants are the backbone of the kitchen, ensuring it is cleaned to a high standard, checking in kitchen deliveries and stock take, food preparation, working closely alongside other kitchen colleagues and working closely with our colleagues that provide support to help them further enhance the people we support’s independent living skills.

This is an amazing role for someone who is looking to really make a difference to the lives of others.

Why choose us?

We embrace people’s differences and encourage you to Be You, and so long as you’ve got the passion to make someone’s life better, we can give you all the skills and development opportunities you need to build a great career.

We encourage our staff to Grow Together through our excellent training programme, starting at induction and following you through your career, with opportunity for progression as well as job security in a sector leading organisation.

Don't hesitate to apply today and make a real difference to the lives of the people we're supporting!

All applicants and subsequent job offers will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Leigh Academy Bexleyare seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiringTeacher of Design and Technology (Food Preparation and Nutrition), starting from January 2025. The ideal candidate will have both the commitment and ability to enthuse and motivate our students to ensure excellent progress is made by all. They will be a dynamic teacher who encourages a love for the subject through both their teaching and their involvement in co-curricular offers. The successful candidate should have a genuine passion for the subject, the ability to be an outstanding teacher of their subject and be committed to raising achievement, raising aspirations and going the extra mile.

We’re keen to hear from you if you are:

• An excellent teacher with a record of excellent outcomes.
• Collaborative, building strong professional relationships.
• Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential.
• Energetic and have a ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Someone who has a measurable impact as an individual teacher and throughout the school.
• Committed to the happiness and wellbeing of everyone at the school.

This is a permanent opportunity with a salary of MPS/UPS + Outer London Allowance, commensurate with experience.

Do you know a great teacher who would like to hear about opportunities with Leigh Academies Trust? If so, make a referral today for the chance to receive£100as a 'thank you'. Simply complete the referral form byclicking here.T&C's apply.

Working for Leigh Academy Bexley: Leigh Academy Bexley joined Leigh Academies Trust in June 2023 and has provided outstanding academic support and pastoral guidance, so that students can lead fulfilling and successful adult lives: inquisitive, articulate and internationally engaged, our students are defined by their boundless thirst for knowledge, self-improvement and learning.

We believe in providing our young people with an education; one that unlocks curiosity, ignites ambition, and forges a social conscience, equipping our students with the tools they need to have an impact on the world around them. Our teachers lead with professionalism and scholarship; they are experts in their field. All of us are part of a warm and caring family of staff, Governors and Trust colleagues who have the highest ambition and a deep hunger to learn. Our staff receives regular, first-class training to achieve mastery of their craft, amazing support to flourish every day, and a sense of shared moral purpose about the best job in the world.

Our vision is that regardless of background and regardless of their starting point, students will leave us as kind, resilient, independent learners with the right behaviour and attitudes to ensure continuous progress and achievement, ready for the next stage of their education and beyond. We want our students to be successful in their chosen careers, in their relationships and in their interaction with the world. We aspire for Leigh Academy Bexley to be a highly effective and truly inclusive school, reflecting the vibrant, diverse, and dynamic community that we serve. We believe in connecting with our local community and championing our local area.

What the school offers its staff

Being part of Leigh Academies Trust:As of 1st September2024, our Trust comprises 33geographically organised academies (17secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating more than 24,000 students and employing 4,000 talented staff.Currently, 14 of our academies are considered to be “Outstanding” which is nearly 50% of those which have been inspected whilst part of the Trust. The Trust is establishing four ‘clusters’ of academies: North Kent; Central Kent; South East London; Medway. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider.Our future plans are found in our Vision 2030 document available on our website.

As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.

Click here to view the benefits available to all LAT employees from day one.

Our commitment to safeguarding:Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Our commitment to equality and diversity:As a Trust we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Commitment to safeguarding

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

We are looking for extra waiting staff to work over the busy Christmas period. Training will be provided for the right applicant. You will need to be reliable and punctual and always turn up for work with appropriate dress code. Hours are flexible and may include lunch or evening, midweek or weekend work.

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare we believe in caring for those who care for our residents; we recognise and celebrate our hard-working colleagues,supportingyour career development byoffering a variety of apprenticeships, and provide you with access to a range of leisure and retail discounts. We are nowseekingacompassionate,enthusiastic, and dedicatedindividualto join our friendly, award-winning team as Kitchen Assistant. ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is tosupport the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents. Other responsibilitieswillinclude: Understanding the principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene. Contributingfully to team working, responding positively tocolleagues,and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly. Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods. Actingaccordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, youwill live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Our ideal candidatemust: Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate anddemonstrateshigh standardsof personal hygiene. Have theknowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments. Be an efficient worker, capable of a high level of sustained physical effort and able to respond to a demanding workload. Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working. Exhibit a caring and understanding attitude towards the residents. ABOUT AVERY As one of the largestproviders of luxury elderly care homes in the UK, we believe that the lateryearsof our residents' lives should be as enriching as any other. Our vision of creating meaningful lives together is reached by the exceptional care and experience we proudly offer throughout our growing portfolio of over 100 care homes whilst establishing ourselves as the preferred choice forresidents and employees. Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

About The Company:
OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.

About The Role:
We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and driven Chef to join our Catering team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering our outstanding food and drink offering to our clients and site visitors.

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring food quality and taste are of the highest standard.
• Managing inventory of stock and ordering raw materials.
• Controlling budgets and minimising wastage.
• Maintaining health and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Prepare and cook for clients and customers.
• Supporting the site in the absence of the Senior Chef

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
• Someone who is willing to attain the highest standards possible.
• We are looking for an employee that is autonomous in their approach but also happy to work well in a team.
• Ideally, you will have your food handling certificate - but don't worry if you don't, we can help you achieve this!
• A background in contract catering would be ideal but not essential.
• Ideally City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or level 2 diploma in Professional Cookery (or equivalent), but we are happy to talk to those also qualifying for their professional qualifications.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety and food safety.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills as you will be interacting with the customer base and onsite clients.
• A real passion for food and service, with the ability to prepare and cook good quality seasonal food.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available. We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

The Woolpack is a 15th-Century Inn in the heart of the High Street in Tenterden, Kent. The Woolly, as it's affectionately known, is a family and dog-friendly pub and restaurant with 7 individually designed bedrooms. If you're enthusiastic about delivering warm and welcoming experiences, we would love to welcome you to our team.

We are looking for a Breakfast Chef to support the kitchen team in hosting breakfast service. You will get involved in food preparation and presentation making sure it can be the best it can, learning from the best. You will be a sponge and thirsty to improve, serving our customers high quality, well sourced, fresh food.

We can offer you:


Competative depending on experience plus TRONC
35% discount on all drinks, food and accommodation across every Balfour site and Balfour Winery
Access to Wage Stream to help you with those unexpected nasty bills
A great refer a friend scheme
Flexible hours to suit you and your work/life balance
Accredited members of “Wellbeing Promise”, meaning we are an employer who really does care! (www.wellbeingpromise.co.uk)


We are looking for our breakfast chefs to:


Be a great morning person!
Laise well with front of house staff
Have excellent presentation and organisation skills
Be adaptable and easy going


In this role we need someone with:


Previous experience in a premium dining venue
Ability to work independently and unsupervised
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent attention to detail


We welcome applications from a diverse range of individuals and will consider any reasonable adjustments to enable candidates to perform as well as possible during the recruitment process, hope@balfourhospitality.com with any requests.

The Woolpack is a 15th-Century Inn in the heart of the High Street in Tenterden, Kent. The Woolly, as it's affectionately known, is a family and dog-friendly pub and restaurant with 7 individually designed bedrooms. If you're enthusiastic about delivering warm and welcoming experiences, we would love to welcome you to our team.

We are looking for a Breakfast Chef to support the kitchen team in hosting breakfast service and assisting lunch service. You will get involved in food preparation and presentation making sure it can be the best it can, learning from the best. You will be a sponge and thirsty to improve, serving our customers high quality, well sourced, fresh food.

We can offer you:


Competitive rate depending on experience plus TRONC
35% discount on all drinks, food and accommodation across every Balfour site and Balfour Winery
Access to Wage Stream to help you with those unexpected nasty bills
A great refer a friend scheme
Flexible hours to suit you and your work/life balance
Accredited members of “Wellbeing Promise”, meaning we are an employer who really does care! (www.wellbeingpromise.co.uk)


We are looking for our breakfast chefs to:


Be a great morning person!
Laise well with front of house staff
Have excellent presentation and organisation skills
Be adaptable and easy going


In this role we need someone with:


Previous experience in a premium dining venue
Ability to work independently and unsupervised
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent attention to detail


We welcome applications from a diverse range of individuals and will consider any reasonable adjustments to enable candidates to perform as well as possible during the recruitment process, hope@balfourhospitality.com with any requests.

Job Ref: AM13538Branch: Doubletree by Hilton Dartford BridgeLocation: Doubletree by Hilton Dartford Bridge, DartfordSalary/Benefits: Competitive SalaryContract type: ContractHours: Full TimePosted date: 22/10/2024Closing date: 05/12/2024

Would you like to work for a company that gives you:

• £250, up to £1000 cash incentives when referring a friend to come and join our team - T&C’s apply
• Long service recognition Cash bonus and free overnight hotel stays for services from 2 years and up.

Rewards your hard work by offering you the below team benefits when you join us:

• Meals provided whilst on shift
• Sales incentives and initiative rewards
• Discounted / Free use of leisure facilities – “Hotel specific”
• Free Car Parking – “Hotel specific”
• Stays in our hotels at discounted prices or
• Even free stays in our hotels as one of our rewards & recognition incentives,
• Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel Group Brand Portfolio
• Fully funded apprenticeships – T&C’s apply
• Annual Holidays entitlements inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Opportunity to buy additional holiday entitlements
• Pension enrolment

Does the below sound like you?

• Passionate and willingness to learn
• Positive attitude and someone who makes our guests smile
• Genuinely friendly and caring
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Ambitious and hard working
• Excellent standards
• Good organisational / time management skills.
• Resilient, creativity, able multitask and can work under pressure
• Good command of English language to enable communication with the kitchen team.
• Ability to work morning, afternoon/evening, and weekends
• Passion for food and able to deliver exceptional customer experiences all the time
• Is the Commis Chef role for you for you, do you have you the skill set and experience to take on this role? Then what’s stopping you?

Klarent Hospitality are recruiting for a Commis Chef

We offer our employees excellent opportunities to grow and develop within the Klarent Hospitality Group Brand Portfolio, we pride ourselves on ensuring that our staff are rewarded and recognised for their hard work, commitments, and long service.

Klarent Hospitality operates branded hotels in key locations across the UK and Ireland. We will nurture talent and smart investment to drive superior performance and growth.

The Role:

• You will ensure all dishes are prepared in a timely fashion and to the appropriate agreed standard.
• To know menu of the day and your responsibilities in accordance with the menu.
• To ensure excellent food hygiene practice is observed in the entire food chain from storage through to preparation and service.
• To ensure HACCP, COSHH compliance within the kitchen and all Food & Beverage outlets.
• To avoid unnecessary wastage by observing proper control methods.
• Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues to your Head Chef. Knowledge of the Hotel product and the organisation.
• Ensure the department is always prepared for business.
• Following company control procedures in accordance with the company Internal audit requirements.
• Ensure the correct storage of all food items and deliveries are adhered to.
• Be energy efficient within the department, turning off equipment, lights etc when not in use
• Always ensuring a high standard of personal hygiene and personal presentation.
• Commis Chef will actively assist in stock, order and audit procedures
• Actively participate in training both on and off the job

Welcome to DoubleTree by Hilton Dartford Bridge, a stylish hotel at the ‘Gateway to London.’ Exploring the Kent countryside is a breeze from our hotel located just off the M25 motorway and only four miles from the premier Bluewater Shopping Centre. Travel to Central London in 17 minutes from the Ebbsfleet International rail station just five miles away.

We’ll greet you at check-in with a warm DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie. Settle into a spacious guest room with modern décor, an LCD TV, work desk and WiFi access. Deluxe rooms offer indulgent extras like a welcome plate, still and sparkling mineral water, bathrobes and slippers. Our suites provide a separate living area, coffee machine, and a later check-out time.

Enjoy international cuisine and views of the Dartford Bridge at QE2 Restaurant – perfect for celebrating special occasions or catching up on business. Our QE2 Bar has an extensive wine, beer and spirits list, and the QE2 Lounge is a great spot for specialty coffees, pastries and sandwiches. Exercise body and mind with a fully equipped fitness centre plus leisure facilities like a 15m swimming pool, spa bath, sauna and steam room.

Planning an event? Guests have a choice of eight meeting and conference rooms, all well-equipped and newly refurbished. The Queen Elizabeth Suite is particularly impressive for larger events, boasting natural light and a private bar. Ask our friendly staff about event packages and catering options.

Job Ref: AM13269Branch: Doubletree by Hilton Dartford BridgeLocation: Doubletree by Hilton Dartford Bridge, DartfordSalary/Benefits: Competitive SalaryContract type: PermanentHours: Full TimeHours per week: 40Posted date: 12/09/2024Closing date: 13/11/2024

Would you like to work for a company that gives you:

• £250, up to £1000 cash incentives when referring a friend to come and join our team - T&C’s apply
• Long service recognition Cash bonus and free overnight hotel stays for services from 2 years and up.

Rewards your hard work by offering you the below team benefits when you join us:

• Meals provided whilst on shift
• Sales incentives and initiative rewards
• Discounted / Free use of leisure facilities – “Hotel specific”
• Free Car Parking – “Hotel specific”
• Stays in our hotels at discounted prices or
• Even free stays in our hotels as one of our rewards & recognition incentives,
• Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel Group Brand Portfolio
• Fully funded apprenticeships – T&C’s apply
• Annual Holidays entitlements inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Opportunity to buy additional holiday entitlements
• Pension enrolment

Does the below sound like you?

• Passionate and willingness to learn
• Positive attitude and someone who makes our guests smile
• Genuinely friendly and caring
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Ambitious and hard working
• Highly organised, flexible and with great attention to detail
• Good communication and excellent grooming standards
• Ability to work morning, afternoon/evening, and weekends
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences all the time
• Is the Assistant Food & Beverage Manager role for you for you, do you have you the skill set and experience to take on this role? Then what’s stopping you?

Klarent Hospitality are recruiting for an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

We offer our employees excellent opportunities to grow and develop within the Klarent Hospitality Group Brand Portfolio, we pride ourselves on ensuring that our staff are rewarded and recognised for their hard work, commitments, and long service.

Klarent Hospitality operates branded hotels in key locations across the UK and Ireland. We will nurture talent and smart investment to drive superior performance and growth.

The Role;

• As an Assistant Food and Beverage Manager, you will support and assist the Food and Beverage Manager
• Manage operations of all Food and Beverage outlets and deliver an excellent Guest Experience
• Deliver exceptional levels of customer service
• Ensure compliance of brand standards and where possible exceeding brand expectations
• Develop, manage, and train the Food and Beverage team
• Work within budgeted guidelines in relation to Food Costs, Liquor Costs and Payroll
• Support with beverage control procedures and stocktaking
• Maximimise sales and revenue opportunities across Food and Beverage
• Support with appraisals and performance reviews with teams under your responsibility
• Evaluate guest satisfaction levels with a focus on continuous improvement
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation

Welcome to DoubleTree by Hilton Dartford Bridge, a stylish hotel at the ‘Gateway to London.’ Exploring the Kent countryside is a breeze from our hotel located just off the M25 motorway and only four miles from the premier Bluewater Shopping Centre. Travel to Central London in 17 minutes from the Ebbsfleet International rail station just five miles away.

We’ll greet you at check-in with a warm DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie. Settle into a spacious guest room with modern décor, an LCD TV, work desk and WiFi access. Deluxe rooms offer indulgent extras like a welcome plate, still and sparkling mineral water, bathrobes and slippers. Our suites provide a separate living area, coffee machine, and a later check-out time.

Enjoy international cuisine and views of the Dartford Bridge at QE2 Restaurant – perfect for celebrating special occasions or catching up on business. Our QE2 Bar has an extensive wine, beer and spirits list, and the QE2 Lounge is a great spot for specialty coffees, pastries and sandwiches. Exercise body and mind with a fully equipped fitness centre plus leisure facilities like a 15m swimming pool, spa bath, sauna and steam room.

Planning an event? Guests have a choice of eight meeting and conference rooms, all well-equipped and newly refurbished. The Queen Elizabeth Suite is particularly impressive for larger events, boasting natural light and a private bar. Ask our friendly staff about event packages and catering options.

Commis Waiter

Do you love meeting new people on a daily basis? Are you looking for a role where you can let your personality shine?

We’re looking for a Commis Waiter to come and join our team. We look for people who are comfortable in bringing themselves to work, me mean the real you – not work you, as we want you to let your personality shine! We’re a passionate bunch, who are on a mission to make it special for our guests, whatever the occasion! Sound like something you could get on board with?

The good stuff.


We pay all our teams fortnightly because who doesn’t love a payday?
Every shift you work, we’ve got you covered with meals from our employee menu (thanks Chef)!
Treat yourself, family and friends to 50% discount off our food at any Côte
We love meeting new people who share our passion of making it special, which means you can earn a bonus for every time you successfully refer people to join Côte (T&C apply)
We’re here for the curious, so it’s no surprise there are loads of opportunities when it comes to internal development programmes, we have some big plans coming this year!
Company pension scheme & life assurance scheme
Employee assistance program – 24/7 support and advice for health, wellbeing, and financial issues
Access your next pay early through our Wagestream partnership


Bonjour, we’re Côte.

We believe life should be full of flavour. Yes, we’re foodies – but we’re actually in the business of making memories. Founded in Wimbledon in 2007 with a mission to deliver quality, French-inspired food, extraordinary service, and a whole-hearted enjoyment of life, we now have a 3,000-strong team and 85 restaurants (and counting) across the UK.

There are so many reasons to join Côte.

We’re on an exciting new journey – and our team will play a huge part in making it happen. That means when you’re with us, every day is an opportunity to aim higher. Because we’re invested in your development, so you’ll get out as much as you put in. And we encourage you to bring your unique flavour to work, because we value the diversity of our teams. Best of all, the work you do brings joy to others. Sound good? Maybe you belong with us.

Come and Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Papa Johns Team Manager – Who can’t resist a great takeaway? At Haven, we’ve bought our guests favourite pizza brand to the seaside.

Are you a passionate leader, with a love of crafting the best food and best experiences?
We're on the look out for a dynamic and guest obsessed leader to take the reins of our Papa Johns venue at one of our thriving locations. You'll be key to delivering the day to day commercial and operational running of the venue, whilst delivering outstanding guest and team experiences.

As part of our full time, permanent Food & Beverage Team you will…
- Oversee the day-to-day operation of our Papa Johns Venue onsite, following standard operating procedures ensuring a safe and secure environment for all
- Deliver our performance targets against budget, manage stock, margin, and cost control
- Complete relevant administrative tasks including team Rota’s, Safety and Legislative compliance checks
- Drive continuous improvement, provide solutions to issues, and set goals for growth
- Lead and coach the team ensuring they work productively and develop professionally
- Engage and inspire the team to always be Guest obsessed
- Effectively recruit and train new team

What’s In It For You?
- Free use of our Leisure Facilities, including swimming pool 
- Up to 50% Discount off food on Park and 20% discount in our shops 
- Opportunity to use our Corporate Box at the O2 Arena 
- Fantastic Discounts with many national Brands & Retailers 
- 20% Discount to you, your family & friends across Haven & Warner Leisure Hotels 
- Reward & Recognition Schemes 
- Training and development opportunities including fully funded qualifications 
- Fantastic Health, Mind & Money Support Programme 
- Enhanced family friendly policies and pay* (eligibility criteria applied)

Salary: £29,500 plus Benefits, and the opportunity to earn up to 10% Annual Bonus

Experience and Qualifications
You may already be a Papa John's Manager or Deputy store manager looking to take that next step, Or maybe you’re an experienced General manager within a fast food franchise, popular QSR takeaway brand looking for the new challenge! All we are looking for is…

- Proven experience leading teams in a Food & Beverage or similar environment
- Experience in managing operations, performance, resources, and cost control
- Can confidently deal with Guest concerns and resolve problems
- Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills
- Strong decision-making ability

Who are we?
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead.

What’s it like to work with us?
Working with us is ultimately 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 prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves.

We aim to offer flexibility where we can, our Team Managers working hours are usually 45 hours per week over 5 days and could include evenings and weekends.

We would love to hear from you
If you would like to apply for this role, click apply now. We will ask you a few questions which may take around 5 minutes, then click submit and one of the Team will be in touch.

What can you expect during the recruitment process?
When invited to meet with us, you will have an interview and either a practical assessment or a skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share.

We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk

Come and join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Chef!

As part of our Food and Beverage Team, you will…

- Prepare, cook, and present dishes to brand specification.
- Assist in keeping our kitchens clean and a safe and secure working environment.
- Have fun working as a Team to deliver great food memories for our guests on holiday

What’s In It For You?
- Free use of our Leisure Facilities, including swimming pool 
- Up to 50% Discount off food on Park and 20% discount in our shops 
- Opportunity to use our Corporate Box at the O2 Arena 
- Fantastic Discounts with many national Brands & Retailers 
- 20% Discount to you, your family & friends across Haven & Warner Leisure Hotels 
- Reward & Recognition Schemes 
- Training and development opportunities including fully funded qualifications 
- Fantastic Health, Mind & Money Support Programme 
- Enhanced family friendly policies and pay* (eligibility criteria applied)

Pay Rates: £14.44 per hour
Live in Available

Experience and Qualifications
You may already be a Commis Chef looking to progress, a Chef de Partie or Sous Chef looking for a new opportunity which is great! All we are looking for is fantastic ‘Team Player’. You’ll be eager, willing to learn and work as a Team, with a huge portion of passion on the side!

Who are we?
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead.

What’s it like to work with us?

This opportunity requires the successful candidate to undergo, and satisfactorily complete, an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting work.
Working with us is ultimately 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 prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves.

Working hours are on a rota over a 7 day period and could include evenings and weekends (depending on role). We aim to offer flexibility where we can, including full or part time hours.

We would love to hear from you
If you would like to apply for this role, click apply now. We will ask you a few questions which may take around 5 minutes, then click submit and one of the Team will be in touch.

What can you expect during the recruitment process?
When invited to meet with us, you will have an interview and either a practical assessment or a skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share.

We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk

Food Production Team Lead

Location: Margate, Kent

Industry: Food Production

Contract: Perm

Shifts: Afternoons - 13:00 - 23:00 ~ 37.5 hours a week

Salary: £12.21 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Team Leader to join our clients Food Production team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food production and leadership skills to support the shift supervisor in ensuring the safe and efficient production of high-quality food products.

Key Responsibilities:

Check the quality of products, including weights, measures, and bake profiles

Supervise and manage team members, providing guidance and support

Ensure production targets are met consistently

Monitor shift performance targets

Ensure Health and Safety procedures and policies are followed at all times

Conduct spot checks on all processes from mixing to packing finished products

Encourage and develop team members to achieve their full potential

Report food safety and quality issues as they occur

Ensure hygiene standards are met for pre and post-production activities

Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards and ensure they are followed by the team

Process and complete documentation accurately for safe production and full traceability

Ensure the bakery is audit-ready at all times

Report machine breakdowns and defects following the correct procedure

Attend SIC review meetings and provide feedback on performance

Conduct performance reviews for team members at the set frequency

Communicate relevant information to team members, such as actions from near-miss reports

Identify training requirements for the team and yourself and communicate them to the line manager

Qualifications and Skills:

Previous experience in a food production environment

Strong leadership and communication skills

Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production targets

Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities

Team player with a positive attitude

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

High attention to detail and quality standards

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for food production and team leadership, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and help us deliver high-quality products to our customers.