Kitchen Team Leader

Greene King; Chester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on food and drink

Wage wage advance & Wagestream

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to lead a busy kitchen, ensure high standards, and support the management team. You will prepare, cook and present meals that meet specs and customer expectations, while upholding hygiene and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

You will deputise for management when needed, coordinate the team during peak times, and inspire staff to deliver consistent, high-quality meals for guests across our pubs and inns.

Qualifications

• Lead and deputise for management during busy service.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and safety to protect staff and guests.
• Motivate and coordinate the team to deliver consistent quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food to meet specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Deputise for the management team and resolve issues in their absence.
• Help organise and coordinate the team during busy service.

Skills

Team leadership

Work under pressure

Food presentation

Customer service

Job description

Company Description

Join us at Pub & Grill, where we combine the warm welcome of a cosy pub with the style and quality standards of a restaurant. Though our grill may be the star of the show, our kitchens serve up a great range of comforting classics and healthy options too. Whether stopping for a swift drink, a working lunch or a 3-course evening meal – everyone receives a warm Pub & Grill welcome when they visit us.

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…

CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG

We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make – across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.

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.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.