Kitchen Team Lead Apprenticeship
Lifetime Training · London · HA1 1JP
About the role
✨ Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader ✨
Join Urban Heritage and be the spark that ignites our kitchen and front-of-house teams! 🔥 If you're all about amazing customer experiences and have the drive to motivate others, this is your chance to shine. 🌟
About Urban Heritage: We're not your average pub. We blend the cool vibes of modern city living with the authentic charm of Britain's best pubs. Think premium drinks, epic craft beers, killer cocktails, top-notch wines, and a menu that's a delicious mix of classic faves and exciting new dishes. 🍔🍺🍷 Whether it's after-work chill, weekend brunch, or a night out, we create a place that's stylish, buzzing, and super welcoming.
Your Role:
- Whip up and present food that’s on point with our standards – every dish served with pride! 💯
- Be the rock for the kitchen team, keeping service smooth and everyone performing at their best, especially when it gets hectic. 🚀
- Step up for the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs when needed, solving problems and keeping the kitchen running like clockwork. ⚙️
- Make sure our food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness are always top-notch. ✅
- Keep an eye on stock, prep, and kitchen organisation to ensure we're always efficient. 📊
What You Bring to the Table:
- A serious passion for food and a knack for making dishes look as good as they taste. 🤤
- Leadership vibes and the ability to inspire and support your crew. 💪
- A cool head and organisation skills, especially when the pressure's on. 🧘
- A commitment to keeping everything super safe, hygienic, and clean. 🧼
- A positive, "can-do" attitude and a love for working as part of an awesome team. 🙌
What's In It For You?
- Major Discounts: 33% off all our brands for you, and 15% for your friends and family! 💸 Plus, 50% off at our Greene King Inns and hotels – weekend getaways sorted! 🏨
- Support System: Free employee assistance program for mental health, well-being, financial, and legal advice. You're important! ❤️
- Family Friendly: Enhanced maternity and paternity policies. 👨👩👧👦
- Menopause Friendly: We've got your back. 💖
- Refer a Friend: Earn up to £1,500 for bringing in new talent! 💰
- Wagestream: Access your earned wages before payday. 🏧
- Retail Perks: Up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive deals with Three Mobile, and more! 🛍️
Your Apprenticeship Journey:
- No boring lectures! This is all about hands-on, work-based training. You'll have face-to-face sessions and remote calls with your dedicated Learner Coach every 6 weeks. Plus, a mentor right here in the workplace! 📚
- Level Up Your Skills: Gain Functional Skills in English and Maths if you need them (tailored support included). ✍️
- Regular Check-ins: Every 12 weeks, we'll have reviews with you, your manager, and your Learner Coach to chat about your progress and feedback. 📈
We're all about CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG. 🤝 We champion inclusion in everything we do. We want a culture where everyone feels valued and can absolutely thrive. 💖
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 met.
- Monitor stock levels, food preparation, and kitchen organisation for efficient service.