Kitchen Team Leader

greene king; Buckfastleigh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

33% discount for employees

Mental health support

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Job summary

A well-known pub and dining group in Buckfastleigh seeks a Kitchen Team Leader to lead the kitchen staff and ensure smooth service operations. Responsibilities include preparing food to high standards, upholding safety regulations, and coordinating the team during busy periods. The ideal candidate is passionate about food presentation and able to work under pressure. Benefits include competitive salary, discounts, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Passion for delivering tasty and well-presented meals.
• Adaptable in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specifications.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations.
• Deputise for management and resolve issues.
• Coordinate team during busy service.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Food presentation

Problem-solving

Job description

Company Description

Join us at Pub & Dining, a collection of outstanding pubs and inns amidst beautiful British surroundings, achieving the perfect balance between traditional character, charm, and authenticity. These qualities give Pub & Dining a timeless appeal that makes us a firm favourite for celebrating the moments that make life special.

Job Description

As a Kitchen Team Leader, you’ll lead by example making sure the team have everything they need so service runs like clockwork! You’ll support your team by encouraging and helping them to work well together, ensuring every dish served is of the highest standards.

Qualifications

As a Kitchen Team Leader, you will…

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors.
• Deputise for the management team and resolve any issues that arise in their absence.
• Help organise and coordinate the team during a busy service, making sure everything runs like clockwork.

What you’ll bring…

• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and pull together as a team when needed.
• A passion for delivering tasty and well-presented meals to customers each and every time.
• Be a role model to the team by maintaining high standards and making sure every customer receives the perfect plate.
• An ability to think on your feet and adapt to whatever challenges arise during a busy service.

Additional Information

We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why…

You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:

• The chance to further your career across our well-known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
• Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies
• Menopause Friendly Employer
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them!
• Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more…

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