Kitchen Team Leader

Greene King; Titchfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Refer a friend bonus up to £1,500

Wagestream access to wages

Retail discounts up to 30%

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a dedicated 2nd Chef at our Titchfield location. You will lead the team to ensure smooth operations in a busy kitchen. Your role involves preparing and cooking high-quality meals while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and safety.

You’ll enjoy competitive salary and benefits, including career development opportunities and discounts at our brands. Join us to be part of a pioneering hospitality team!

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment as a chef.
• Strong teamwork and leadership skills.
• Ability to maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food to specification.
• Oversee team activities during service.
• Deputise for management and resolve issues.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team coordination

High standards of presentation

Adaptability during busy service

Job description

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.

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.

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.

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…