Kitchen Team Leader Apprentice — Lead with Pride

Greene King; Little Thornton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Maternity/Paternity policies

Refer a friend bonus

Wage access (Wagestream)

Retail discounts

Job summary

Greene King is offering an Apprenticeship for a Kitchen Team Leader at our pubs. The role focuses on leading front-of-house teams, ensuring high standards of food and service, and delivering memorable customer experiences.

You’ll work through a work-based training model with a mentor, while developing leadership and organisational skills and engaging with customers in a lively pub environment. Apprenticeships are delivered on the job, with regular coaching, and include Functional Skills in

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership when guiding front-of-house and kitchen teams.
• Strong focus on customer care and creating welcoming experiences.
• Ability to prepare, cook and present food to brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food to brand standards, ensuring every dish is served with pride.
• Support and guide the kitchen team, organising service and maintaining high performance during busy shifts.
• Deputise for the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs as required to keep service running smoothly.
• Ensure all food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards are met.
• Monitor stock levels, food preparation, and kitchen organisation for efficient service.

Skills

Leadership

Customer care

Food preparation

Team motivation

Calm under pressure

Education

GCSE or equivalents

Job description

Greene King is offering an Apprenticeship for a Kitchen Team Leader at our pubs. The role focuses on leading front-of-house teams, ensuring high standards of food and service, and delivering memorable customer experiences.

You’ll work through a work-based training model with a mentor, while developing leadership and organisational skills and engaging with customers in a lively pub environment. Apprenticeships are delivered on the job, with regular coaching, and include Functional Skills in