Kitchen Team Leader — Fast-Paced Pub Kitchen & Growth

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension contribution

Career development across Greene King

Discounts on Greene King brands

Employee assistance program

Maternity/paternity policies

Menopause Friendly Employer

Refer a friend bonus £1,500

Wagestream wage access

Retail discounts

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to guide the kitchen brigade and ensure the highest quality dishes are served. You will help your team work efficiently, maintain food hygiene, and support management during busy service, while upholding brand standards across our pubs.

Ideal candidates will lead by example, stay calm under pressure, and communicate clearly in English to ensure allergen controls are followed and every guest receives excellent meals.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead a kitchen team under pressure and maintain high standards.
• Experience in preparing, cooking and presenting food to meet specs and customer expectations.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform role safely and understand allergen controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present food to meet specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Deputise for management and resolve issues in their absence.
• Organise and coordinate the team during busy service to ensure smooth operation.

Skills

Team leadership

Food preparation

Allergen controls

English communication

Job description

Greene King is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to guide the kitchen brigade and ensure the highest quality dishes are served. You will help your team work efficiently, maintain food hygiene, and support management during busy service, while upholding brand standards across our pubs.

Ideal candidates will lead by example, stay calm under pressure, and communicate clearly in English to ensure allergen controls are followed and every guest receives excellent meals.