Trainee Team Leader

QSRP group; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% Employee Discount

Online Discounts in High Street Stores

Opt in Health Plans

Company Pension Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free Meals on Shift

Job summary

Chopstix in Doncaster is seeking a Team Leader to lead from the front, manage shifts and uphold outstanding guest experiences. You’ll work closely with the management team to drive performance, coach staff, and ensure smooth daily operations.

This role demands energy, a hands-on approach, and a passion for delivering great food in a fast-paced setting. As a key holder, you’ll oversee service, support colleagues across departments, and maintain high standards throughout each shift.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or customer-focused roles.
• Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and decision-making skills.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and late hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front and set the tone on each shift.
• Coach and inspire the team to deliver great food and service.
• Oversee day-to-day store operations and shift planning.
• Ensure smooth service and a memorable customer experience.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Team leadership

Customer service

Decision making

Communication skills

Flexibility

Evenings/weekends availability

Job description

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Chopstix is not just a restaurant; we're a movement! Offering Bold, Chinese Flavours! We're on the lookout for individuals who embody inspiration. Join us in consistently delivering an unrivalled dining experience. At Chopstix, we put our whole heart into everything we do, fostering a work/life balance that fits our people perfectly. Let's stir-fry success together!

At Chopstix we are guided by our core values that are rooted in our DNA:

• We Take Pride, putting our whole heart into every task, ensuring that our dedication and passion are reflected in our work.
• We are All In Together, supporting each other to win as a team. Our collaborative environment values every team member's contribution, making success a collective achievement.
• Being Quick To Shift is essential; our fast-paced industry demands adaptability, and we need people who can meet new challenges head-on with agility and resourcefulness.
• We Lead The Way by always being the first to try new things and shake things up. Innovation is at our core, and we thrive on taking risks and pushing boundaries.

About the position

Team Leader Lead from the front and set the tone every shift.

Ready to Lead the Way?

We're looking for a Team Leader who leads from the front, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in delivering great food and outstanding customer experiences.

As a key holder, you'll run shifts, support the smooth day-to-day operation of the store, and work closely with the management team to drive performance. You'll coach and inspire your team, create a culture of teamwork, and help ensure every customer leaves with a flavour-packed experience.

You’ll lead from the front, working across all areas of the store to support your team, deliver great food and service, and keep every shift running smoothly.

What do you bring

• Experience in a hospitality, retail, leisure, or customer-focused environment.
• Confidence leading or supporting a team in a fast-paced setting.
• The ability to take ownership of shifts and make decisions when needed.
• A passion for delivering great customer service and memorable experiences.
• hands‑on approach, with the flexibility to work across all areas of the store.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate those around you.
• A positive attitude, high standards, and a desire to grow with the business.

As an individual you are

CAN YOU?

• Bring energy, positivity, and fun to every shift?
• Stay calm, focused, and solutions-driven when things get busy?
• Build trust with your team and set the standard through your own actions?
• Spot opportunities to improve service, standards, and the customer experience?
• Handle customer feedback confidently and turn challenges into positive outcomes?
• Balance competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail?
• Be flexible with your availability, including evenings, weekends, and late-night trading where required?

Why join us on your journey?

• Contribute to our mission of becoming the market leader in QSR sector
• Plenty of career growth opportunities across all our international head quarters
• Become part of a company where learning and development is in the heart of the culture
• Loads of fun initiatives with your colleagues, many of them focused on giving back to the community
• We believe in a flexible and hybrid work model, but we also offer a modern and cool office environment for you to thrive in
• We care about diversity, equity and inclusion and make everyone feel equally welcomed

PERKS THAT PACK A PUNCH!

• 50% Employee Discount
• Online Discounts in High Street Stores
• Opt in Health Plans
• Company Pension Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Mortgage Advice
• Access to Wages in Advance
• Incentive Schemes
• Free Meals on Shift

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All applicants will receive consideration for the job with no regards to race, color, religion, gender, sex (pregnancy included) and sexual identity and orientation, age, nationality, citizenship, physical or mental disability, military status, family or marital status, medical condition, or any other basis protected by national or local laws and regulations. #LI-DNI