J D Wetherspoon
Kitchen team leader
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Job Title: Kitchen Team Leader
Job Ref: 658212
Location: The Sir John Oldcastle, Farringdon
Salary: £13.11
Closing Date: 7 July 2026
About the Role
The ideal applicant for the Kitchen Team Leader role with us is a fun, enthusiastic and passionate team member with the potential to step into leadership within our dynamic pub teams.
This is an exciting opportunity to progress in your career by taking on more responsibility, supporting your colleagues, and helping management run smooth and successful shifts. While we don’t require prior supervisory experience, you’ll need a positive attitude, a strong willingness to learn, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Our award-winning training and team-leader development programme ensures that you’ll receive all the necessary skills to excel in this role.
If you are reliable, friendly, and eager to lead by example, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits
- A competitive rate of pay
- A complimentary meal and drink while working
- 20% discount on all food, drinks and hotel accommodation (for you and up to three guests) when not working
- £1 extra per hour for shifts worked between midnight–5.59am
- A bonus scheme, earning up to 19% of your pay
- Flexible contract options, including guaranteed and variable hours
- Paid holiday
- Free shares (after a qualifying period)
- A loyalty reward scheme
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The Role
Your key responsibilities will include:
Primary Responsibilities
- Oversee and guide kitchen operations by leading by example and coaching team members to maintain high standards.
- Ensure food is prepared, cooked, served, and presented in line with company standards.
- Lead the team to achieve food-delivery-time targets.
- Provide friendly customer interactions, including greeting customers, building rapport, and displaying a welcoming attitude.
- Stay up-to-date with promotions, events, and new products.
- Maintain a clean-as-you-go policy, ensuring the kitchen is cleaned and maintained throughout the day.
- Assist in managing stock levels by minimising wastage and monitoring correct portioning.
- Support in receiving deliveries, checking compliance with Wetherspoon’s policies, and reporting any anomalies to the manager.
- Engage in opening and closing duties, ensuring the kitchen is ready for service and properly closed.
- Train, mentor, and motivate associates during shifts to support their development.
- Help maintain compliance with company policies, health and safety standards, and operational procedures.
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Progression and Development
Unlock opportunities for personal growth with support from us:
- Structured on-the-job training
- Access to apprenticeships and management academies
- Cross-training in other areas, such as front-of-house or hotel roles
- Potential progression to shift-leader or pub-manager positions
We fosters an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome, celebrating diversity and supporting all backgrounds.
Key Requirements
- This role is not suitable for those under 18 due to limited support during lone working.
Hours and Flexibility
- Total Weekly Hours: 28
- Flexible shifts available, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and late finishes to suit your schedule.
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