Kitchen Team Leader

Heritage - BRA_208; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable hospitality company in Cambridge is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader. You'll lead the team to ensure smooth service and high-quality food delivery, while also maintaining safety and hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will thrive under pressure, show adaptability, and promote teamwork. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits including discounts on food and drinks, training opportunities, and more. Join us to make every customer experience exceptional.

Benefits

Discount of 33% on all brands

Career development opportunities

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Refer a friend bonus of £1,500

Access to wages before payday

Retail discounts up to 30%

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment is essential.
• Passion for providing high-quality meals and relationship with team members is critical.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team making sure processes run smoothly.
• Prepare and present food that meets customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene standards and safety regulations.
• Deputise for management when necessary.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team coordination

High standards in food presentation

Adaptability in busy situations

Job description

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 foods that meet 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!
• 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…