Kitchen Team Leader Apprenticeship

About the role

Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader at Urban Heritage 🧑‍🍳✨

Ready to level up your career and become a leader in a vibrant pub environment? Urban Heritage is searching for a motivated Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader who's passionate about great food and creating unforgettable customer experiences. If you’ve got the drive to lead, inspire, and bring people together, this is your chance! 🚀

What You'll Do:

• Master the Kitchen: Prepare, cook, and present delicious food that meets our high brand standards. 💯
• Lead & Inspire: Support and guide the kitchen team, keeping service running smoothly, especially during those busy rushes. 🏃‍♀️💨
• Step Up: Help out the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs when needed, solving problems and keeping the kitchen buzzing. 💡
• Safety First: Champion food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards every single shift. ✅
• Keep It Streamlined: Monitor stock, prep, and kitchen organisation to ensure efficient operations. 📊

What You'll Bring:

• Foodie Vibes: A genuine love for food and a commitment to top-notch preparation and presentation. 🍔🌟
• People Power: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support your crew. 💪
• Cool Under Pressure: A calm, organised mind that can think fast during busy services. 🧘‍♂️
• Standards Champion: Dedication to maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness. 🧼
• Good Energy: A positive, "can-do" attitude and a team player spirit. 🙌

Perks of Joining Us:

• Discounts Galore: 33% off for you and 15% for loved ones across all our brands. 🍻🍽️
• Well-being Support: Free Employee Assistance Program for mental, financial, and legal help. 💖
• Family Friendly: Enhanced maternity & paternity policies. 🤰👨‍🍼
• Travel Perks: 50% off you and 25% off loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels. ✈️🏨
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to £1,500 for referring a friend to join our team! 🤝💰
• Wage Access: Wagestream – get access to your earned wages before payday. 💸
• Retail Rewards: Up to 30% off at Superdrug, discounts with Three Mobile, and more! 🛍️📱

Your Apprenticeship Journey:

• Work-Based Learning: Get hands-on experience with regular calls from your Lifetime Learner Coach and an in-house mentor. 🎓
• Skill Up: Gain Functional Skills in English & Maths if needed. 📚
• Regular Feedback: 12-weekly reviews with you, your manager, and your coach. 📈

We're building places where everyone feels welcome, safe, and truly belongs. Join us and help create those amazing vibes! ✨

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 & safety, and cleanliness standards are consistently met.
• Monitor stock levels, food preparation, and kitchen organisation to ensure efficient service.