Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader
Globe Inn (Linslade) · East Of England · LU7 2TA
About the role
Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader - The Globe Inn, Leighton Buzzard 📍
Hey there! 👋 The Globe Inn, a gem just outside Leighton Buzzard, is looking for an Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader! We're super close to cool spots like the Leighton Buzzard Railway Museum and Rushmere Country Park, making us the perfect local hangout for families, special occasions, or just a chill catch-up. We're known for our award-winning food 🍔 and epic drink selection 🍻.
As our Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader, your energy and knack for making people happy ✨ are exactly what we need to inspire our front-of-house legends. You'll be making sure everyone on the team is a pro and delivering a 5-star experience to our awesome customers. But it's not all about food and drinks! From fun quizzes 💡 to lively music nights 🎶, your creativity and organizational skills can help bring our community together.
Community Pubs are the heart of neighborhoods – where stories are shared and friendships are forged. We're part of Greene King's amazing heritage, creating welcoming, familiar, lively spots with loads of character. Expect great value food, reliable drinks, friendly faces, and genuine hospitality – it’s all about an authentic, inclusive, and proudly local vibe. Community Pubs are more than just places to visit; they're places to belong. 💖
As an Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader, you will:
- Be a food wizard! 🧙♀️ Prepare, cook, and present dishes to our high standards, serving every plate with pride.
- Be a team motivator! 💪 Support and guide the kitchen crew, helping to organize service and keep things running smoothly during our busiest times.
- Step up when needed! 🚀 Cover for the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs, tackling any issues and ensuring seamless service.
- Be a hygiene champion! 🧼 Make sure all food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards are always spot on.
- Keep things organized! 📋 Monitor stock, food prep, and kitchen layout for maximum efficiency.
What you'll bring to the table... 🌟
- A genuine love for food and a passion for creating amazing dishes. 💯
- Awesome leadership vibes and the ability to rally and support your team.
- A cool head, killer organization skills, and the ability to think fast when things get hectic. 🏃♂️
- A serious commitment to food safety, hygiene, and a sparkling clean kitchen. ✨
- A positive, "can-do" attitude and the ability to be a star player in our tight-knit team.
What's in it for you? 🎁
- Awesome Discounts: 33% off for you and 15% for your loved ones across all our brands! Enjoy your faves for less. 💰
- Support System: Free employee assistance program for mental health, well-being, financial, and legal advice – because you matter! 🤝
- Family Friendly: Enhanced maternity and paternity policies, and we're a proud Menopause Friendly Employer. 👨👩👧👦
- Getaways: 50% off for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – perfect for a budget-friendly escape. ✈️
- Refer-a-Friend Bonus: Know someone amazing? Refer them and you could earn up to £1,500! 💸
- Wage Access: Wagestream – access your earned wages before payday for those unexpected moments. 💨
- Retail Perks: Score up to 30% off at Superdrug and exclusive discounts with Three Mobile, plus many more! 🛍️
Your Apprenticeship Adventure Includes: 📚
This is a work-based apprenticeship, meaning no college attendance! You'll get face-to-face sessions and remote calls with your Lifetime Learner Coach every 6 weeks, plus a dedicated mentor in the workplace.
- Functional Skills: Get support for English and Maths if you don't have GCSEs or equivalents.
- Regular Check-ins: Reviews every 12 weeks with you, your manager, and your coach for feedback and support.
We're All About Creating Places Where People Feel Welcome, Safe, and That They Belong. 🏡
Inclusion is key in everything we do – for our people, customers, communities, and operations. We're building a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and empowered to shine. ✨
Closing Date: This is a guide. If we find the perfect candidate sooner, the vacancy may close early.
Apprenticeship: Senior Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 3, 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 & safety, and cleanliness standards are consistently met.
- Monitor stock levels, food preparation, and kitchen organisation to ensure efficient service.