Kitchen Team Leader

greene king; Leigh (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

33% food and drink discount

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Refer a friend incentive

Wagestream access

Retail discounts

Job summary

Greene King is looking for a Kitchen Team Leader in Leigh, Nebraska, to ensure smooth kitchen operations and maintain high food standards. You will lead the team, prepare and present meals, manage hygiene and safety regulations, and step in for management as needed. The ideal candidate should be able to work under pressure, deliver consistently high-quality meals, and adapt to challenges during busy service periods. Great benefits include discounts and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Passion for delivering well-presented meals to customers.
• Ability to maintain high standards and manage kitchen safety.
• Adaptability to challenges in a busy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food to meet customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Deputise for management and resolve issues in their absence.
• Coordinate the team during busy service periods.

Skills

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

As a Kitchen Team Leader, you’ll lead by example making sure the team have everything they need so service runs like clockwork! You’ll support your team by encouraging and helping them to work well together, ensuring every dish served is of the highest standards.

Benefits

We're all about rewarding our team's hard work, that's why ...

• The chance to further your career across our well‑known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well‑being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.
• Refer a friend – when they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them!
• Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more...

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors.
• Deputise for the management team and resolve any issues that arise in their absence.
• Help organise and coordinate the team during a busy service, making sure everything runs like clockwork.

Requirements

• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and pull together as a team when needed.
• A passion for delivering tasty and well‑presented meals to customers each and every time.
• Be a role model to the team by maintaining high standards and making sure every customer receives the perfect plate.
• An ability to think on your feet and adapt to whatever challenges arise during a busy service.