Kitchen Team Lead Apprenticeship
Royal Oak (Harrow) · London · HA1 1JP
About the role
Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader @ Urban Heritage 🧑🍳✨
Ready to level up your career and lead a killer kitchen team? Urban Heritage is on the hunt for a motivated Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader who's all about making customers rave and keeping the vibes high! 🚀
At Urban Heritage, we're not just serving food and drinks; we're crafting experiences. Think stylish, energetic pubs that blend cool modern vibes with the classic charm of Britain's best. We're talking premium drinks, killer craft beers, dazzling cocktails, quality wines, and a menu that's a delicious mix of pub faves and exciting new dishes. 🍻🍔
As an Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader, you'll be:
- Whipping up and presenting food that's seriously on point, making sure every dish is a winner. 💯
- Being the go-to support for the kitchen crew, keeping service smooth and smashing it during busy shifts. 💪
- Stepping up to cover for the Kitchen Manager when needed, troubleshooting and keeping the kitchen flowin'. 🆘
- Making sure our kitchen is a super safe, clean, and hygienic place to be – no compromises! 🧼
- Keeping an eye on stock, prep, and kitchen organisation for maximum efficiency. 📊
What you'll bring to the table:
- A serious passion for food and making it look as good as it tastes. 🤩
- The ability to inspire and support your team – you're a natural leader! 🌟
- A cool head, organisation skills, and the power to think fast when things get hectic. 🧠
- A commitment to keeping our kitchen standards sky-high in food safety and cleanliness. ✅
- That positive, "can-do" attitude and the ability to be an awesome team player. 🙌
What's in it for you? Get ready for some epic perks!
- Major Discounts: 33% off food and drink for you, 15% for your squad at any of our brands! 💸
- Support Squad: Free Employee Assistance Program for your mental, physical, and financial well-being. You're important! ❤️
- Family First: Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies. 👨👩👧👦
- Menopause Friendly: We've got your back. 🌸
- Weekend Getaways: 50% off at our Greene King Inns and hotels for you, 25% for your loved ones. Adventure awaits! 🗺️
- Refer-a-Friend: Know someone awesome? Refer them and you could bag up to £1,500! 💰
- Wagestream: Get access to your earned wages before payday. Life happens, we get it. 🏃♀️
- Retail Therapy: Up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive Three Mobile deals, and tons more! 🛍️
Your Apprenticeship Journey:
- Learn on the job! No boring college classes. You'll get face-to-face sessions and virtual catch-ups with your Learner Coach every 6 weeks, plus a workplace mentor. 👩🏫
- Boost your skills: Gain Functional Skills in English and maths if needed, with personalised support. 📚
- Regular check-ins: Get feedback and support every 12 weeks with your coach and manager. 📈
We're all about creating places where everyone feels welcome, safe, and like they belong. Join us and help build a culture where everyone can thrive! 🌈
Key responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present food to brand standards, ensuring every dish is served with pride.
- Support and guide the kitchen team, helping to organise service and maintain high performance during busy shifts.
- Deputise for the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs when required, helping to resolve issues and keep service running smoothly.
- Ensure all food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards are consistently met.
- Monitor stock levels, food preparation, and kitchen organisation to ensure efficient service.