Kitchen Team Leader Apprentice
Thornton Lodge (Little Thornton) · North West · FY5 5LD
About the role
🚀 Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader at Greene King 🚀
Ready to level up your career in a high-energy pub environment? We're looking for someone with serious passion for food and making customers smile to lead our awesome front-of-house teams! 🤩
As an Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader, you'll be the glue that holds our kitchen together, ensuring every dish is 💯 and served with pride. You'll support and guide your team, keeping service smooth even when things get crazy busy. ⚡️ Plus, you'll step up for the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs when needed, problem-solving like a boss. 🤝
What you'll be doing:
- Chef's Kiss: Prepare, cook, and present food that meets our amazing brand standards. 🍽️
- Team MVP: Support and guide the kitchen crew, organising shifts and keeping performance sky-high. 📈
- Lead the Charge: Step in for the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs, resolving issues and keeping service flowing. 🏃♀️
- Spotless Standards: Ensure all food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness rules are on point. ✅
- Kitchen Guru: Monitor stock, prep, and organisation for super-efficient service. 🧠
What you'll bring to the table:
- Foodie Fanatic: A genuine love for food and a commitment to top-notch preparation and presentation. 🍔
- Leadership Vibes: Strong skills to motivate and support your team. 💪
- Cool Under Pressure: A calm, organised approach that can handle busy services. 🧘
- Safety First: Dedication to excellent food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness. 🧼
- Positive Power: A can-do attitude and the ability to crush it as part of a team. ✨
Perks of the job:
- Discount Deals: 33% off for you & 15% for loved ones across all our brands! 🍻
- Well-being Support: Free employee assistance program (mental health, financial, legal) because you matter! ❤️
- Family First: Enhanced maternity and paternity policies. 👨👩👧👦
- Travel Smart: 50% off for you & 25% for loved ones at Greene King Inns & hotels. ✈️
- Refer-a-Friend: Earn up to £1,500 for recommending awesome people! 💰
- Wage Access: Wagestream – get your pay before payday! 💸
- Retail Rewards: Up to 30% off at Superdrug & more! 🛍️
Your Apprenticeship Journey:
- Work-Based Learning: No boring college lectures! Get hands-on training with face-to-face sessions and remote calls with your dedicated Learner Coach. 🧑💻
- Mentorship: You'll have a workplace mentor to guide you. 🌟
- Functional Skills: Get support for English & maths if needed. 📚
- Regular Check-ins: 12-week reviews with feedback sessions. 🔄
CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG. We’re all about inclusion – making everyone feel valued and able to thrive. Come be a part of our amazing community! 💖
Key responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present food to brand standards
- Support and guide the kitchen team 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