Kitchen Team Leader

Chef & Brewer - BRA_101; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality brand in Maidstone is looking for a Kitchen Team Leader to ensure smooth operations and high food quality. You will lead a team, prepare and cook food, and ensure all hygiene and safety standards are met. Ideal candidates are passionate about food, able to work under pressure, and supportive of their team. The role offers competitive pay and excellent perks.

Benefits

Opportunities for career advancement

33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Referral bonus up to £1,500

Access to Wagestream

Retail discounts including Superdrug

Qualifications

• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and foster teamwork.
• Passion for delivering tasty and well-presented meals.
• Maintain high standards to ensure customers have the best experience.
• Adaptable and quick thinking during busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specifications.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations.
• Deputise for management and resolve issues.
• Organise and coordinate the team during busy service.

Skills

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Adaptability

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Job Title: Kitchen Team Leader

As a Kitchen Team Leader, you’ll lead by example, ensuring the team has everything they need so that service runs smoothly. You’ll support your team by encouraging and helping them work well together, ensuring every dish served meets high standards.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and foster teamwork.
• A passion for delivering tasty and well-presented meals.
• Maintain high standards and ensure customers receive the best experience.
• Adaptability and quick thinking during busy periods.

Additional Information

We reward our team’s hard work with a competitive salary, pension contributions, and more:

• Opportunities for career advancement across our well-known brands, with training and development at all levels.
• 33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones on all our brands.
• Free employee assistance program for mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support.
• 50% discount for you and 25% for loved ones at Greene King Inns and hotels.
• Referral bonus of up to £1,500 when you refer a friend who gets hired.
• Access to Wagestream to get paid before payday.
• Retail discounts, including up to 30% off at Superdrug and special offers with Three Mobile.