Cafe Kitchen Lead — Fast-Paced, Guest-Focused Chef

Tesco; England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Colleague Clubcard discounts

Flexible working from day one

Wellbeing services access

Exclusive deals & discounts site

Uniform provided

Job summary

Tesco Cafés are seeking a Chef with hospitality experience to join our busy café kitchen. You will handle daily kitchen operations including preparation and storage, delivering delicious food to customers and inspiring the team to maintain quality and speed of service.

You will bring hands-on hospitality expertise to Tesco, sharing knowledge with the team, emphasising safety, waste reduction, and a commitment to an inclusive, supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality settings, delivering quality customer service.
• Ability to stay productive in a busy work environment.
• Commitment to inclusive, respectful team environments.
• Strong planning and organisation for smooth kitchen operations.
• Good communication to motivate and support a growing team.

Responsibilities

• Storage and preparation in line with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Deliver timely, tasty food to customers while maintaining high standards.
• Identify ways to improve services and efficiency for customers and colleagues.
• Ensure health and safety and food safety requirements are met.
• Understand and execute the service plan to deliver the required standards.

Skills

Hospitality background

High-pressure environment

Customer service

Inclusive team culture

Planning and organisation

Initiative and adaptability

Communication skills

Job description

Tesco Cafés are seeking a Chef with hospitality experience to join our busy café kitchen. You will handle daily kitchen operations including preparation and storage, delivering delicious food to customers and inspiring the team to maintain quality and speed of service.

You will bring hands-on hospitality expertise to Tesco, sharing knowledge with the team, emphasising safety, waste reduction, and a commitment to an inclusive, supportive work environment.