Kitchen Team Leader

greene king; Old Oxted; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular UK pub chain is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader in Old Oxted. You will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality dishes, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and leading your team during service. The ideal candidate should work well under pressure and deliver exceptional meals consistently. Join us to further your career in a supportive environment with various employee benefits. Enjoy discounts and a competitive salary while working in a vibrant pub atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive salary (£13.20ph)

Gratuities averaging £1.50ph

Career development opportunities

33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Refer a friend bonus up to £1,500

Wagestream access to wages before payday

Retail discounts up to 30%

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment is preferred.
• Ability to present food that meets customer expectations.
• Role model behavior and maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food to high standards.
• Maintain hygiene and safety regulations.
• Deputise for the management team in their absence.
• Organise and coordinate the team during busy service.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Passion for delivering quality meals

High standards of hygiene

Ability to coordinate a team

Adaptability during busy service

Job 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.

Company Description

Join us at Chef & Brewer, a collection of unique country-style pubs set in beautiful locations across the country which are welcome escapes for our customers, that feel like a home away from home. Our relaxed pubs with beautifully decorated interiors, seriously good pub food and expertly chosen drinks ranges are the perfect places for our customers to enjoy any occasion.

Additional Information

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

You’ll receive a competitive salary (£13.20ph), Gratuities (Currently averaging £1.50ph extra), pension contribution as well as live in options available for the right candidate. Further more we offer:

• 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 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.