Kitchen Team Leader Apprenticeship

Greene King; Greater London; In loco; GBP 9000 - 13.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Discounts on brands

Employee assistance program

Enhanced parental leave policies

Menopause Friendly Employer

Wagestream access

Refer a friend bonus

Retail discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

Greene King’s Community Pubs is seeking an Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader to inspire the front of house and kitchen teams while delivering a 5* guest experience in a busy pub environment. You’ll develop leadership skills and work within a welcoming local community.

This apprenticeship combines on‑the‑job training with Functional Skills English and Maths, mentor support, and regular reviews to help you grow, with an inclusive, flexible pathway in a community setting.

Competenze

• Passion for food with high standards in preparation and presentation.
• Strong leadership and the ability to motivate and support others.
• Calm, organized approach with ability to think on your feet during busy services.
• Commitment to food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.

Mansioni

• 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 when required, helping to resolve issues and keep service running smoothly.
• Ensure all food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards are consistently met.
• Monitor stock levels, food preparation, and kitchen organisation to ensure efficient service.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Motivational skills

Calm under pressure

Food safety

Team coordination

Formazione

Functional Skills English & Maths

Descrizione del lavoro

As an Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader with Community Pubs, your motivational skills and passion for customer care make you the perfect person to lead our front of house teams. You’ll ensure that each team member knows their stuff and can wow customers with a 5* experience. And it doesn’t stop with food and drink! From quizzes to music evenings – your creativity and organisational skills can bring communities closer together.

Community Pubs are the beating heart of local neighbourhoods - places where people come together, stories are shared, and lasting connections are made. Backed by Greene King’s rich pub heritage, this brand is built around everything a great local should be welcoming, familiar, lively, and full of character. With great value food, trusted drinks, friendly faces, and genuine hospitality, Community Pubs deliver an experience that is authentic, inclusive, and proudly local. Community Pubs aren’t just places to visit - they’re places to belong.

As an Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader, you will…

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

What you’ll bring…

• A passion for food and high standards in food preparation and presentation.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and support others.
• A calm, organised approach, with the ability to think on your feet during busy services.
• A commitment to maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards.
• A positive, can‑do attitude and the ability to work as part of a close‑knit team.

We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why you will benefit from…

• 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 look 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…

What your apprenticeship includes:

• You won’t need to attend college, our apprenticeships are delivered through work‑based training which includes a mixture of face‑to‑face sessions and remote Team calls with your Lifetime Learner Coach every 6 weeks. You will also have a mentor within the workplace to support you.
• Obtain Functional Skills in English and Maths, with support tailored to your needs (if you don’t already have GCSE or equivalents)
• Reviews every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager and Lifetime Learner Coach including feedback sessions.

CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make – across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.