Kitchen Team Leader - Dorset

Slug & Lettuce; Beaminster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular UK dining chain in Beaminster is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to oversee kitchen operations and mentor staff. The role includes food preparation, ensuring kitchen hygiene, and achieving performance targets. Ideal candidates will have experience in kitchen environments and a strong understanding of food safety regulations. This position offers various rewards and flexible working hours.

Benefits

25% off food and drink for you and friends

Online benefits portal

VIP entry to pubs and bars

Hotel discounts

Flexible working

Corporate discount rates

Discounted dental insurance

Early access to earned wages

Qualifications

• Experience as a Kitchen Team Leader or Kitchen Team Member.
• High standard of food knowledge.
• Understanding of COSHH and Food Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support, coach, and mentor the kitchen team.
• Maintain high food quality and hygiene standards.
• Manage stock and supplies effectively.

Job description

Overview

Are you a Kitchen Team Leader or an experienced Kitchen Team Member who is ready to take the next step? As a Kitchen Team Leader you will play a pivotal role in our business success, with opportunities to develop your skills to enhance your career.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supporting, coaching, and mentoring your team
• Maintain a high standard of food knowledge and skill
• Keep up-to-date COSHH, Food Safety, health & safety, and legal knowledge
• Be willing to develop personally while helping propel the brigade forward
• Assist in food preparation and collaborate with the Kitchen Manager
• Produce high-quality dishes consistently to specification for our guests
• Oversee and supervise the kitchen team in the absence of the Kitchen Manager
• Assist with stock management, ordering and management of supplies
• Ensure the kitchen is in an excellent, clean and hygienic condition at all times
• Offer suggestions and creative ideas to improve the kitchen\'s performance
• Lead the team to achieve company targets

What’s in it for you

• Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and ALL your friends across our Managed Estate
• Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers
• VIP entry to our pubs and bars
• Stonegate Hotel Discounts
• Flexible working
• David Lloyd Corporate Discount Rates
• Discounted Dental Insurance
• Stream – Early access to your earned wages

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact Slug And Lettuce directly.