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Restaurant Team Leader
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Restaurant Team Leader
Restaurant Team Leader (Seasonal – Full-Time) – Chessington World of Adventures
About the Role Aramark UK are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Restaurant Team Leader to join our Hotels team at Chessington World of Adventures. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone aiming to advance their hospitality career and gain valued leadership experience.
The role is full-time and seasonal, running until November 2026, with an opportunity to transition to a permanent position following a successful season.
Our hotel operation spans:
- A vibrant, casual dining restaurant
- A world buffet concept
- A busy banqueting and conference department
Key Responsibilities
As the Team Leader, you’ll serve as the bridge between front-of-house teams and management, setting the standard for outstanding guest experiences. Core duties include:
- Leading by example to deliver exceptional restaurant service and maintain high cleanliness standards
- Coaching, training, and motivating a large front-of-house team
- Assisting managers with shift planning and daily restaurant operations
- Acting as the primary point of contact for staff during service
- Resolving guest queries, complaints, and service issues with professionalism
- Championing health & safety, as well as food safety standards
- Ensuring smooth section operations and service flow in your designated area
- Fulfilling duty-manager shifts when required in the absence of management
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Requirements
To succeed in this role, you should bring:
- Experience in a fast-paced restaurant or bar environment
- A basic understanding of food safety and health & safety protocols
- Confidence and strong communication skills, with the ability to lead and inspire a team
- A proactive, hands-on approach and a positive attitude
- Flexibility to work shifts including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends
- Eligibility to work in the UK (must be aged 18+)
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- Competitive hourly rate: £13.40
- Merlin Magic Pass: Free entry for you and your family across Merlin attractions
- Exclusive discounts on all Merlin experiences
- Benefits app with:
- Hundreds of discounts (retail, dining, travel, etc.)
- Online GP access
- Mental health support
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Career progression: Glimpse opportunities across 400+ UK locations
- Dynamic, team-driven hospitality environment
- Accrued annual leave
- Free on-site staff parking
About Aramark UK
At Aramark UK, we prioritise a diverse, inclusive, and empowering workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively support employees with disabilities at every career stage and ensure our recruitment process is accessible.
Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the application, interview, and employment journey. For enquiries or support: careers@aramark.co.uk
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