Kitchen Team Leader — Drive High-Quality, Fast-Service

Farmhouse Inns - BRA_102; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension contribution

Career development

Brand discounts

Employee assistance program

Maternity and paternity policies

Menopause friendly employer

Refer a friend bonus

Wagestream access

Retail discounts

Job summary

Farmhouse Inns is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to drive a busy kitchen, ensuring every dish meets high standards and customer expectations. You will support and coach the team, maintain rigorous hygiene, and deputise for management during peak times.

You will help organise the team during busy services, uphold allergen controls, and set the example for food quality, consistency, and teamwork in our kitchen. A passion for great food and strong English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and motivate a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Strong customer service mindset with attention to detail.
• Fluent English for safe operations and allergen controls.
• Willingness to deputise for management when needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Deputise for the management team and resolve issues in their absence.
• Help organise and coordinate the team during a busy service.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Customer service

English proficiency

Allergen controls

Job description

Farmhouse Inns is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to drive a busy kitchen, ensuring every dish meets high standards and customer expectations. You will support and coach the team, maintain rigorous hygiene, and deputise for management during peak times.

You will help organise the team during busy services, uphold allergen controls, and set the example for food quality, consistency, and teamwork in our kitchen. A passion for great food and strong English communication are essential.