Kitchen Team Lead Apprenticeship
Royal Oak (Harrow) · London · HA1 1JP
About the role
Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader at The Royal Oak 🍻
Step into a piece of London history! The Royal Oak, a classic British pub since the late 1800s, is your chance to join the vibrant heart of Harrow. 📍 Nestled near two bustling shopping centres, we’re the ultimate spot to refuel after a retail spree. Dive into our epic pub grub and quench your thirst with a perfect pint or cocktail. 🍔🍹
As an Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader with Urban Heritage, your energy and people skills will be key. You'll be the driving force behind our front-of-house legends, ensuring they're prepped to deliver unforgettable 5-star experiences. ✨ But it’s not just about amazing food and drinks! Think quizzes, music nights – your fresh ideas can totally level up our community vibes. 🎶
Urban Heritage pubs are where the charm of traditional Britain meets the buzz of modern city life. We’re all about celebrating the blend of old and new, serving up premium drinks, craft beers, killer cocktails, quality wines, and a menu that mixes classic favs with exciting seasonal twists. Whether it's after-work chill, a weekend brunch, or a lively evening, we create a space that’s stylish, energetic, and super welcoming. 😎
What you'll be doing:
- Mastering the art of preparing, cooking, and presenting our delicious dishes to perfection. 💯
- Boosting the kitchen crew, orchestrating seamless service, and keeping things running like clockwork during those peak times. 🏃♂️
- Stepping up to cover for the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs, tackling challenges and keeping the kitchen fire burning. 🔥
- Upholding our super-strict food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness standards – non-negotiable! ✅
- Keeping a close eye on stock, prep, and kitchen flow for maximum efficiency. 📦
What you'll bring to the table:
- A genuine passion for food and a knack for presentation. 👨🍳
- Awesome leadership potential and the ability to motivate and support your team. 💪
- A cool head, organisation skills, and the ability to think fast on your feet. 🧠
- A strong commitment to food safety, hygiene, and a spotless kitchen. 🧼
- A positive, can-do attitude and a true team player spirit. 🙌
What's in it for you:
- Discount Galore! 33% off for you and 15% for your favourite people across all our brands. 💸
- Well-being Support: Free employee assistance program for mental health, finances, and legal advice. Your well-being is our priority. 💖
- Family Friendly: Enhanced maternity and paternity policies. We've got your back. 👨👩👧👦
- Menopause Friendly Employer: We support our team through every stage.
- Weekend Getaways: 50% off for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels. Explore more, spend less! ✈️
- Refer a Friend: Know someone awesome? Earn up to £1,500 for successful referrals! 💰
- Wagestream: Access your earned wages before payday for those unexpected moments. ⚡
- Retail Perks: Snag up to 30% off at Superdrug and exclusive deals with Three Mobile, plus loads more! 🛍️
Your Apprenticeship Journey:
Forget boring lectures! Your apprenticeship is all about hands-on learning with a Lifetime Learner Coach, mixing in-person sessions with remote check-ins every 6 weeks. Plus, you’ll have a dedicated workplace mentor. You'll also nail your Functional Skills in English and Maths (if needed) and get regular feedback every 12 weeks. 🌟
We're all about creating spaces where everyone feels welcome, safe, and like they belong. Inclusion is at the core of everything we do. 🌈
Closing date is a guideline – we might close early if we find the perfect fit!
Wage is negotiable based on your experience.
This is a Senior Production Chef Apprenticeship L3, including Functional Skills in Maths and English.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present food to brand standards
- Support and guide the kitchen team, helping to organise service and maintain high performance
- Deputise for the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs when required
- Ensure all food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness standards are consistently met
- Monitor stock levels, food preparation, and kitchen organisation to ensure efficient service