Grass Hoppers Kitchen Team Leader

Are you a passionate and experienced kitchen professional looking to take on a leadership role? We are seeking a dynamic Kitchen Team Leader to support our Kitchen Supervisor in driving excellence across our kitchen operation.

As a Kitchen Team Leader, you will be key in fostering a motivated, productive, and high-performing kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to step up in their career, offering leadership, coaching, and a chance to make a real impact on the day-to-day running of Woody's kitchen.

Hours & Schedule:

• Off-peak: 16.75 hours per week
• Peak (school holidays): 23.25 hours per week
• Includes alternate weekends

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the kitchen team, providing direction, feedback, and training.
• Ensure efficient and safe use of kitchen equipment.
• Identify improvements in processes, waste management, and team collaboration.
• Maintain food quality, presentation, portion control, and timeliness to meet customer expectations.
• Manage stock control, ordering, and wastage.
• Assist with staff rotas and training to ensure the right people are in place.
• Champion food safety, hygiene, and company values.

What We’Re Looking For:

• Proven kitchen experience and understanding of food safety standards.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• A focus on quality, consistency, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage and develop a team.

Why Join Our GREAT Garden Centre Team?

🌿 A GREAT Place to Work - Friendly, supportive, and full of team spirit.

⏰ Work-Life Balance - All roles operate within daytime hours – so your evenings stay yours.

• 🛍️ Up to 33% Staff Discount - On garden and home favourites (*varies by store).
• 🚗 Free On-Site Parking - Hassle-free parking every day.
• 🏆 GREAT Values & Recognition - We celebrate our team with monthly awards and shout-outs.

🎉 Monthly Engagement Events - From team updates to free food – we love getting together.

🌴 Enhanced Holiday Allowance - More time off that grows with your service.

🌱 Grow With Us - Company-funded development opportunities.

💚 Well-being Support to Help You Thrive - EAP including 24/7 GP access, funeral concierge, and mental health support – we’re here when you need us.

💷 Pension Contributions - Helping you grow a secure future.

🪴 Supporting Causes That Matter to Our Team - Through our Kindness Pot, we donate to charities and local causes close to our team’s hearts – planting seeds of kindness in the community.