Kitchen Team Leader: Fast-Paced, High-Standard Service

Cornerstone - Bra_207; West of England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Company discounts on brands (33%/15%)

Employee assistance program

Enhanced maternity/paternity policies

Menopause friendly employer

Hotel/inn discounts (50%/25%)

Refer a friend bonus up to £1,500

Wagestream access

Retail discounts

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to guide the kitchen team, ensuring service runs like clockwork and every dish meets the highest standards. You will support your crew, model excellence, and maintain hygiene and safety protocols to protect staff and guests.

You will lead by example during peak times, motivate the team, and ensure accurate execution of orders while upholding allergen controls and safety procedures across the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead a busy kitchen team and maintain high standards.
• Strong focus on delivering tasty, well-presented meals.
• Clear communication and role modelling for the team.
• Think on your feet and adapt to busy service demands.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.

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 during absence and resolve issues.
• Organise and coordinate the team during busy service to keep operations smooth.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality focus

Communication

Adaptability

Allergen controls

Job description

Greene King is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to guide the kitchen team, ensuring service runs like clockwork and every dish meets the highest standards. You will support your crew, model excellence, and maintain hygiene and safety protocols to protect staff and guests.

You will lead by example during peak times, motivate the team, and ensure accurate execution of orders while upholding allergen controls and safety procedures across the kitchen.