At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the kitchen team, prepare and present delicious food, and create a fun atmosphere.
- Company: Join the vibrant Stanley Ferry pub, a perfect spot for family and friends.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33% off meals, mental health support, and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Gain valuable skills with on-the-job training and mentorship.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in hospitality while making memorable experiences for customers.
- Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed, just a passion for food and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 25110 - 30690 £ per year.
If you're after the perfect venue for a peaceful meal with the family or a long-awaited catch-up with the gang, look no further than the Stanley Ferry in Stanley, Wakefield. This peaceful, waterfront pub restaurant looks out on Stanley Ferry Marina, and where better to sip a perfectly poured pint on a pleasant evening than our beer garden.
As an Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader with Hungry Horse, your motivational skills and passion for customer care make you the perfect person to lead our front of house teams. You'll ensure that each team member knows their stuff and can wow customers with a 5* experience. And it doesn't stop with food and drink! From quizzes to music evenings - your creativity and organisational skills can bring communities closer together.
As an Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader, you will:
- Prepare, cook, and present food to brand standards, ensuring every dish is served with pride.
- Support and guide the kitchen team, helping to organise service and maintain high performance during busy shifts.
- Deputise for the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs when required, helping to resolve issues and keep service running smoothly.
- Ensure all food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards are consistently met.
- Monitor stock levels, food preparation, and kitchen organisation to ensure efficient service.
What you’ll bring:
- A passion for food and high standards in food preparation and presentation.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and support others.
- A calm, organised approach, with the ability to think on your feet during busy services.
- A commitment to maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards.
- A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to work as part of a close-knit team.
We're all about rewarding our team's hard work, that's why you will benefit from:
- Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands.
- Free employee assistance program - mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support.
- Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies.
- Menopause Friendly Employer.
- Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels.
- Refer a friend - earn up to £1,500 for referring them!
- Wagestream - access your wage before payday.
- Retail discounts - Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more.
What your apprenticeship includes:
- You won't need to attend college, our apprenticeships are delivered through work-based training.
- Obtain Functional Skills in English and maths, with support tailored to your needs.
- Reviews every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager and Lifetime Learner Coach including feedback sessions.
Creating places where people feel welcome, safe and that they belong. We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make - across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations.
Training Outcome: With Greene King and Lifetime Training, you will have the chance to further your career across our well-known brands.
Skills Required: Team Working, Organisation Skills.
Working Arrangements: Saturday or Sunday shifts with longer hours and less days, exact days and shifts to be confirmed. Expected Duration: 1 Year 5 Months.
Kitchen Team Lead Apprenticeship employer: Stanley Ferry (Stanley)
At the Stanley Ferry, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values our team members and fosters a supportive work culture. With a focus on employee well-being, we offer generous discounts, mental health support, and opportunities for career growth through our apprenticeship programme. Join us in creating memorable experiences for our guests while enjoying a vibrant atmosphere and the chance to develop your skills in a thriving pub environment.
