Kitchen Team Leader

Greene King; Fareham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression across brands

Discounts on all brands

Employee assistance program

Discounts at Greene King Inns and pubs

Refer a friend incentive (up to £1,500

Wagestream access

Retail discounts

Job summary

Greene King’s ventures arm Venture Hotels is seeking a driven 2nd Chef to lead by example in a busy kitchen in Fareham. You’ll ensure every dish meets high standards while supporting and coordinating the team during service.

You’ll push for excellence, maintain strict hygiene, and deputise for management when needed. The role offers progression across our brands and a strong benefits package as part of a supportive hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Role requires the ability to lead and support a kitchen team.
• Demonstrates high standards in food preparation and presentation.
• Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure during service.
• Willingness to deputise for management when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets 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 a busy service.

Skills

Lead by example

Work under pressure

High standards

Adaptability

Job description

As 2nd Chef, 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.

Company Description

We’re called Venture Hotels for a reason: We’re pioneers! And we thrive on originality. As Greene King’s ventures arm, we’re here to push boundaries. And we’re driven by a team that sees every day as an opportunity to go beyond the ordinary.The result: hotels with a unique sense of place that locals can feel proud of.

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…

Qualifications

As 2nd Chef, 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.