Greene King
Kitchen Team Leader
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Kitchen Team Leader
Greene King Pubs – Join Our Community
About the Role
Join us at Greene King pubs, where we champion local communities—wherever people come together to bond over shared experiences. Our pubs are not just establishments but the heartbeat of the local area, led by passionate community members and supported by a dedicated team serving England’s finestcrafted beers and hearty meals. Here, you can enjoy community events, savour home-cooked food, or simply relax over a drink with friends.
We are now hiring for the role of Kitchen Team Leader.
Responsibilities
As a Kitchen Team Leader, you’ll set the standard by ensuring your team has what they need for a seamless, professional service. This includes:
- Supporting your team by fostering creativity and collaboration.
- Ensuring every dish is delivered to the highest standards of quality and presentation.
- Setting a practical example of dedication and professionalism.
Key Duties:
- Much more than just cooking – Prepare, cook, and serve food that adheres to strict specifications and meets customer expectations.
- Safety first – Maintain exceptional hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen to protect the entire team and guests.
- Step up for management – Deputise when necessary and address and resolve in-depth operational challenges when team leaders are unavailable.
- Manage smoothly under pressure – Organise and coordinate team efforts efficiently during peak service periods to ensure a smooth, professional operation.
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Requirements
- The drive to pull together cohesively under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- A strong passion for consistently delivering tasty, creatively presented dishes.
- Excellence as a daily role model – leading through actively upholding high standards and prioritising customer satisfaction.
- Quick thinking and adaptability to handle challenges that league rewards come up during rushes.
Additional Information
Greene King deeply values the dedication of its entire team, and that hard work is rewarded with:
- A competitive salary + pension scheme contributions.
- World-class career development opportunities, including top-quality industry apprenticeships designed to support your professional growth at every stage.
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- Staff discounts on beer, food & hotels –
- 33% employee discount plus 15% for loved ones across all Greene King brands.
- 50% employee discount (25% for loved ones) at Greene King hotels and Inns.
- Flexible financial support:
- Free full-service employee assistance programme covering:
- Mental health & well-being
- Legal & financial guidance
- Discounts for you and your family (e.g. 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive Three Mobile deals).
- Free full-service employee assistance programme covering:
- Commitment to family-friendly policies, including:
- Enhanced maternity & paternity leave.
- Menopause-friendly employer environment.
- Refer-a-friend scheme:
- When you refer a new hire with Greene King, you could earn £1,500.
- Wagestream access: Relいえ to an advance on your wages.
Serve amazing food, help foster a thriving team, and be the local hero who builds communities – with Greene King. Apply now!*
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