Job Description

Stores Assistant Manager

Salary: 28,000.00 Per Annum, Plus Desirable Benefits

Full-Time, Permanent Position

Based at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve

We're excited to announce a

brand-new opportunity

for a

Stores Assistant Manager

to take charge of our off-site storage facility and ensure the smooth purchase, receipt, storage, and distribution of goods across the park. From food and drink to uniforms, linen, and essential supplies, you'll make sure every department gets what it needs, when it needs it.

You'll lead and motivate the stores team, oversee daily opening checks (including temperature and safety controls), manage deliveries from acceptance to distribution, and keep storage areas tidy and organised. You'll coordinate timely deliveries within the park, assist with bulky or heavy items, and maintain accurate, auditable records of stock and movements.

Your role will also include managing team rotas, training and developing staff, enforcing high presentation and hygiene standards, and ensuring compliance with health & safety and food hygiene regulations. You'll control costs, source the best products, and work closely with the Group Catering Manager to improve processes and streamline operations.

A full job description is available on request.

Who we are looking for:

You're a natural organiser and motivator, with proven experience leading a team and keeping operations running smoothly. You combine practical logistics know-how with strong people skills, confidently communicating with colleagues, contractors, and guests alike. You take pride in your work, notice the small details, and ensure everything you and your team deliver is to the highest standard. Calm under pressure and quick to solve problems, you're as comfortable managing delivery schedules and stock control as you are jumping in to help with hands-on tasks. You understand the importance of following health, safety, and food hygiene standards, and you lead by example when it comes to professionalism, appearance, and customer service.

With solid IT skills (particularly Microsoft Office 365) and a full manual UK driving licence, you can think on your feet, adapt to changing priorities, and implement clear processes that make a difference. A background in logistics, stock management, or facilities support is ideal, and Food Safety Level 2 would be a bonus. Above all, you're a proactive leader who ensures the right things - and the right people - are in the right place at the right time.

Contract details:

This is a full-time, permanent position, working 40 hours per week, five days out of seven. A reliable mode of transport is recommended due to our remote location. The role is based at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve near Folkestone and Ashford. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

The location:

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve is a world-renowned wild animal park set within 600 acres of Kentish savannah. The Reserve is home to some of the world's most rare and endangered animals and offers luxury short breaks accommodations, free roaming animal safaris, once-in-a-lifetime animal encounters and exquisite dining experiences. Most importantly, every one of our employees is part of real conservation in action and their efforts have contributed to animals such as black rhino and western lowland gorillas being returned to their natural habitats in collaboration with our partners at The Aspinall Foundation.

Why you should join us:

We're on a mission to create memorable experiences that matter, and our Core Values 'One Team', Customer' and 'Pride' are what drive us each day to become part of something extraordinary. As well as walking to work surrounded by the calls of Howler monkeys and the roars from our pride of Lions, you will join a supportive team who are passionate about their place of work.

Be part of the Port Lympne and Howletts family and join our pride.

You can also expect a host of other '

roarsome'

benefits including:

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, pro-rata to start date and working hours, rising with length of service. Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including workshops and e-learning. Enhanced Sickness, Maternity and Paternity Policies. Unlimited free entry for you and a person of your choice into both of our parks as well as friends and family tickets. Exceptional discounts on food, retail and accommodation at our parks. Numerous retail discounts and access to a 24-hour counselling line through our Healthy Extras Scheme. Company Pension And many more length or service-related rewards and Benefits.

#joinourpride

Closing date: Friday 29 August 2025.

Please note, this role may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

To apply:

If you want to work in an exciting and unique environment where no two days are the same,email your C.V. and covering letter

Please visit our website to find out more about us.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking On-site parking Store discount
Application question(s):

Can you tell us about your experience managing or supervising a team, what did it involve? Have you worked in a role that involved stock control, logistics, or facilities support? If yes, can you give an example? This role can involve practical, hands-n work (e.g., moving bulky or heavy items). Are you comfortable with that? What attracted you to this role, and why do you think you'd be a good fit?
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 29/08/2025