Kitchen Team Leader

greene king; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Kitchen Team Leader to elevate the dining experience in their urban pubs. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys leading a team to deliver exceptional culinary delights. You will be responsible for ensuring that every dish is prepared to perfection while maintaining the highest hygiene and safety standards. With opportunities for career advancement and a supportive work environment, this position offers a chance to grow within a renowned company that values teamwork and community spirit. If you have a flair for cooking and a knack for leadership, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

33% discount on food and drink

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Wage Stream access

Retail discounts up to 30%

Qualifications

• Strong ability to work under pressure and maintain high standards.
• Experience in kitchen operations and team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food that meets customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Organize the team during busy service times.

Skills

Team Leadership

Cooking Skills

Time Management

Hygiene Standards

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

Company 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.

Join us at Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. Our collection of urban pubs is all about serving up great times in the heart of the city. Whether you’re looking for easy-going vibes, cocktails and colourful dishes in one of our high-energy bars or looking to be part of the after-work crowd who enjoy perfectly poured pints and pub classics with a twist in one of our urban pubs, we’ve got something for everyone.

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.
• Wage Stream – 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…

Job Description

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.