Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader

About the role

Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader 🍳🍴

Looking for a place that serves up amazing food, good vibes, and a chance to level up your skills? The Darrington is where it's at! Nestled in the cute village of Darrington, we're the perfect pit stop after exploring places like Pontefract Castle and Brockadale Nature Reserve. We're all about big portions and prices that won't drain your wallet. 💰

As our Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader, you'll be the superstar who keeps our kitchen running smoothly and our food game strong. 💪 Your knack for motivating people and making customers feel awesome will be key to leading our front-of-house crew to deliver a 5-star experience. ✨

But it's not just about the grub! Got ideas for making our pub even cooler? 🤔 From epic quizzes 🎶 to music nights 🎤, your creativity can bring our community together. We're talking mouth-watering meals, live sports action ⚽, sunny beer gardens ☀️, and play areas for the little ones 🧸 – just some of the things that make Hungry Horse legendary. With over 200 spots nationwide, we’ve got everything from sizzling steaks 🥩 to Sunday roasts 🍗 and a killer drinks menu 🍻.

What you'll be doing:

• Whipping up and serving delicious food that meets our high standards. 💯
• Guiding and supporting your kitchen squad, making sure service is on point, even when things get hectic. 🏃‍♀️
• Stepping up to help the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs when they need it. 🤝
• Keeping everything super clean and safe – food hygiene and safety are a big deal! 🧼
• Keeping an eye on stock and making sure the kitchen is organised for smooth service. 📦

What you'll bring to the table:

• A genuine love for food and a passion for making it look and taste amazing. 🤩
• Boss-level leadership skills and the ability to inspire your team. 🔥
• A cool, organised head, even when service is going wild. 🧘
• Commitment to keeping things super hygienic and safe. ✅
• A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to be a solid team player. 😎

Perks of the job:

• A sweet 33% discount on food and drink for you, and 15% for your mates/family! 😋
• Free access to an employee assistance programme for all your well-being needs (mental health, finance, legal stuff). 💚
• Family-friendly policies that actually make a difference. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
• Menopause Friendly Employer – we support you. 🌸
• A whopping 50% discount on food and drink at Greene King Inns and hotels – perfect for getaways! 🏨
• Refer a friend and earn up to £1,500 when they join us! 💸
• Wagestream access to get your pay early when you need it. ⚡
• Retail discounts up to 30% at Superdrug and exclusive deals with Three Mobile. 📱

Your Apprenticeship Journey:

This isn't your typical classroom learning. You'll get hands-on, work-based training with regular check-ins from your Learner Coach and a dedicated mentor right here in the pub. Plus, you'll gain essential English and Maths qualifications (Functional Skills) if you don't already have them. 📚

Our Mission: CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG. We're all about making everyone feel valued and able to shine. ✨

*Closing date is a guide – this position could close sooner if we find the right person!*

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
• Deputise for the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs when required
• Ensure all food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness standards are met
• Monitor stock levels, food preparation, and kitchen organisation

Skills