Cafe Kitchen Lead: Fresh, Fast, Inclusive Service

Tesco; Bedworth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Tesco Café is hiring a Chef with hospitality experience to manage daily kitchen operations, including preparation and storage, and to deliver quality food that keeps customers happy. You’ll bring cafe‑level expertise and share knowledge with the team to sustain high standards of speed and service.

We value an inclusive workplace where colleagues feel respected, safe and valued, and we offer opportunities to grow as a leader within Tesco Cafés across the country.

Qualifications

• Background in hospitality or food service.
• Ability to work in a busy cafe environment with speed and accuracy.
• Strong customer service mindset and teamwork orientation.

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 for customers and colleagues.
• Adhere to health and safety and food safety requirements.
• Understand service plan drivers and meet standards.

Skills

Hospitality background

High-pressure work ethic

Customer service

Inclusive team environment

Planning and organisation

Initiative and problem solving

Communication and motivation

Job description

Tesco Café is hiring a Chef with hospitality experience to manage daily kitchen operations, including preparation and storage, and to deliver quality food that keeps customers happy. You’ll bring cafe‑level expertise and share knowledge with the team to sustain high standards of speed and service.

We value an inclusive workplace where colleagues feel respected, safe and valued, and we offer opportunities to grow as a leader within Tesco Cafés across the country.