Kitchen Team Leader

Greene King; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones

Free employee assistance program

Enhanced maternity and paternity policies

Menopause Friendly Employer

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Wagestream access

Retail discounts up to 30%

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader in Tudhoe to lead and motivate the team ensuring top-quality service. You will oversee food preparation, maintain hygiene standards, and coordinate the kitchen team during busy times.

Ideal candidates will have experience in a fast-paced kitchen, a passion for food presentation, and the ability to manage under pressure. We offer competitive pay, extensive career development, and various employee discounts and perks.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to prepare, cook, and present food that meets customer expectations.
• Knowledge of hygiene levels and safety regulations.
• Experience in resolving issues and coordinating team efforts.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Passion for delivering meals

Maintaining high standards

Adaptability

Job description

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.

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.

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!
• Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies
• Menopause Friendly Employer
• 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…