Kitchen and BOH Team Leader - QEII Centre

Levy UK; London; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Kitchen & Back of House Team Leader, where you'll oversee kitchen operations and ensure excellence in food preparation. This role is pivotal in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety while fostering a positive work environment. You'll lead a dedicated team, ensuring seamless communication with front-of-house staff and contributing to exceptional dining experiences. With a commitment to sustainability and diversity, this innovative firm offers a supportive workplace where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Healthcare & Wellbeing Benefits

Exclusive Perks & Discounts

Meals on Duty

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Professional Subscriptions Paid

23 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Extra Leave After Maternity Return

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Ongoing Training & Development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a kitchen or back-of-house environment.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train BOH staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Enforce compliance with health and safety regulations and conduct inspections.
• Monitor inventory levels and minimize waste in food storage.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Regulations

Kitchen Operations

Communication

Organization

Education

Experience in Supervisory Role

Job description

Kitchen & Back of House Team Leader - QEII Centre

£32,000 per annum

We are QEII Taste, by Levy UK + Ireland, the QEII Centre’s award-winning caterers. We are renowned for creating and delivering exceptional guest dining experiences. Based on the core principles of quality, innovation, and service, QEII Taste aims to exceed client expectations.

From graduation and awards ceremonies to international conventions, our menus are designed to enhance the event experience. Located in Westminster, we have hosted over 13,000 events since opening by Her Majesty the Queen on June 24, 1986.

Overall Purpose of the Role:

The Kitchen & Back of House (BOH) Team Leader oversees kitchen and back-of-house operations to ensure efficiency, compliance with standards, and excellence in food prep and safety. Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing inventory, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring high customer satisfaction through quality food and service.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervise, train, and mentor BOH staff, including kitchen porters.
2. Take charge of the BOH team in the absence of the Manager.
3. Schedule and assign tasks for smooth shift operations.
4. Monitor staff performance and provide feedback or coaching.
5. Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment.
6. Enforce health and safety regulations, including food handling and hygiene standards.
7. Conduct inspections to ensure sanitation and equipment standards.
8. Train staff on food safety and safety procedures.
9. Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with BOH Manager.
10. Minimize waste through proper storage and rotation.
11. Collaborate with front-of-house staff for seamless service.
12. Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues.
13. Work comfortably in hot, fast-paced kitchen environments.
14. Report to BOH Manager and Executive Head Chef.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven supervisory experience in a kitchen or BOH environment.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and food safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple priorities.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Benefits:

• Healthcare & Wellbeing: Medicash health benefits, annual health check, discounts at Nuffield Health & Pure Gym, Employee Assistance Programme.
• Perks & Discounts: Cinema tickets, shopping discounts, Vodafone plans, travel deals with TUI & Expedia.
• Workplace Benefits: Meals on duty, pension, life assurance, paid subscriptions.
• Leave & Family Support: 23 days + bank holidays, birthday off, extra leave after maternity, baby’s first birthday day off, holiday purchase scheme.
• Career & Financial Support: Training, career pathways, financial wellbeing programs, salary finance rates.

About Levy:

Levy, part of Compass Group, delivers exceptional food and hospitality at venues like Wimbledon and Tottenham Hotspur. Focused on sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, Levy sources sustainably and commits to Net Zero by 2027, supporting the British Paralympic Association and paying at least the Real or London Living Wage.

Why Join Us?

We celebrate diversity, foster inclusion, and value every individual’s strengths. Our team promotes fairness, equality, and opportunities for all. Join us in creating a supportive, equitable workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.