Kitchen Team Leader

Greene King; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub chain in Chelmsford is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to lead the kitchen team, ensuring smooth service and high food quality. The ideal candidate will have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work under pressure. They will be responsible for preparing dishes and maintaining hygiene standards. The role offers competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

33% discount for employees

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Retail discounts through partners

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain hygiene standards and safety regulations.
• Experience in preparing and cooking food to specification.
• Ability to resolve issues in absence of management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Prepare and present food according to specifications.
• Organise team during busy services for efficiency.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Passion for quality meals

High standards

Adaptability

Quick thinking

Job description

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Kitchen Team Leader Role

As a Kitchen Team Leader, you’ll lead by example, ensuring the team has everything they need for smooth service! You’ll support your team by encouraging collaboration and helping them work well together, ensuring every dish served meets the highest standards.

Company Description

Join us at Chef & Brewer, a collection of unique country-style pubs set in beautiful locations across the country. Our pubs are welcoming escapes for our customers, feeling like a home away from home. With beautifully decorated interiors, seriously good pub food, and expertly curated drinks ranges, they are perfect for any occasion.

Additional Information

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

• You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contributions, and more:
• Opportunities for career progression across our well-known brands, with training and development at every level.
• 33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones on all our brands, so you can enjoy your favorite food and drinks at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program supporting mental health, well-being, financial, and legal needs.
• 50% discount for you and 25% for loved ones at Greene King Inns and hotels, perfect for a weekend getaway.
• Refer a friend and earn up to £1,500 when they are successfully placed.
• Access your wages early with Wagestream.
• Retail discounts, including up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive deals with Three Mobile, and more.

Qualifications

As a Kitchen Team Leader, you will…

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specifications and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene standards and safety regulations to ensure the safety of your team and visitors.
• Deputise for management and resolve issues in their absence.
• Organise and coordinate the team during busy services to ensure smooth operations.

What you’ll bring…

• The ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and foster teamwork.
• A passion for delivering tasty, well-presented meals consistently.
• High standards and a role model attitude to ensure every customer receives the perfect plate.
• Adaptability and quick thinking to handle challenges during service.