Job Description

What does this role entail?

Reporting to the Kitchen Manager, you will actively contribute to overseeing the day-to-day operations of various designated Kitchen Units. Taking a hands-on approach, you will lead a team of seasonal members, ensuring a seamless and efficient workflow. Your responsibilities extend to maintaining cleanliness and orderliness in food production areas, as well as overseeing the upkeep of equipment and utensils. A paramount aspect of your role involves ensuring strict adherence to Health and Safety legislation, guiding your immediate team in enforcing policies, procedures, and elevated cleaning standards.

Key duties will include:

To support Kitchen Production Supervisors in the delivery of designated Kitchen units Lead the team delivery of food production and health and safety legislation Ensure your units are operated and maintained to department standards Communicate and lead the team to ensure critical information is passed on in a timely matter including regular team briefings Delegate appropriate tasks to the team Ensure daily and weekly procedures, including temperature checks, food labelling/dating and storage are carried out by the team Support team members in delivering their roles effectively

About you

You will be a natural leader, thriving under pressure whilst focusing the team to deliver excellent quality food standards. You will be reliable and committed, and enjoy exceeding expectations You will have a responsible approach and excellent communication skills so you can provide your colleagues with feedback to help develop themselves and the business You will have a strong understanding of Health and Safety requirements

A little about us

At Longleat we offer a day out like no other, our guests are invited to step into the Thynn family home where they will find the finest example of Elizabethan Architecture. They are also immersed into the wild side, where they can visit over 120 species of animals by car, foot, train, bus, and boat.


With a core business welcoming around 1 million guests every year, we are passionate about providing unforgettable experiences that bring family and friends together to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Our values

We believe in engaging and inspiring our employees, putting people first, taking accountability, continuously improving, and acting with integrity. We invite everyone who works with us to subscribe to these values, as they truly set us apart as a place to work.

Why join the Longleat team?

In this unique work environment, you will be surrounded by historic landscapes and listed buildings, all whilst listening to our lions roar and wolves howl. You will even have the opportunity to visit our adorable Koalas and cheeky meerkats during your lunch break.


You will receive attractive benefits that include:

29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, rising to 31 days at 5 years' service. Unlimited free entry to Longleat for our employees Complimentary tickets to Longleat and Cheddar Gorge and Caves, 18 per annum pro rata 50% off Membership for Friends and Family Discounts on food and beverages and retail merchandise Discounts on VIP Experiences and Accommodation Discretionary bonus scheme Employee Assistant Programme Employer contributory pension scheme Life assurance scheme Perks at work Range of flexible working schemes Great progression opportunities available.

Your contract

This is a Permanent 40 hour contract, with working hours to vary over a 7 day rota basis, including weekends, evening and bank holidays as required.

Sounds great! How do I apply?

If you are interested in this role, please apply online. Interviews may take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if enough suitable applicants are received.


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