Kitchen Team Leader: Master Busy Service & Top Dishes

Hungry Horse; Taunton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression across brands

33% staff discount across brands

Family discounts 15%

Employee assistance program

Maternity/Paternity policies

Menopause Friendly Employer

Greene King Inns hotel discounts 50%

Refer a friend bonus £1500

Wagestream access

Retail discounts

Job summary

Hungry Horse in Taunton is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to guide the kitchen during busy services, uphold recipe specs, and ensure every dish meets the highest standards. You will lead by example, support your team, maintain hygiene, and deputise for management when needed.

Join us to help deliver great hospitality across our pubs, nurture talent, and drive smooth service while keeping the kitchen compliant with safety policies.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lead a kitchen team and maintain high standards.
• Experience in fast-paced kitchen environments is essential.
• Proven ability 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 busy service.

Skills

Team leadership

Food hygiene

Under pressure

Attention to detail

Mentoring others

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certification

Job description

Hungry Horse in Taunton is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to guide the kitchen during busy services, uphold recipe specs, and ensure every dish meets the highest standards. You will lead by example, support your team, maintain hygiene, and deputise for management when needed.

Join us to help deliver great hospitality across our pubs, nurture talent, and drive smooth service while keeping the kitchen compliant with safety policies.