At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a vibrant kitchen team to deliver delicious Caribbean food quickly and efficiently.
- Company: Join Sweet Jerk, a growing brand with a focus on good vibes and real flavour.
- Benefits: Enjoy free meals, training, and opportunities for growth in a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Flexible hours with a family-style team atmosphere and plenty of good vibes.
- Why this job: Be part of something special and help shape the future of our kitchens.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in a fast-paced kitchen and 1+ year in a supervisory role.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Sweet Jerk is all about good food, good vibes, and real Caribbean flavour. We serve tasty, feel‑good food fast — not fancy, just proper flavour, done right. We’ve been open in Beckenham for just over a year and we’re growing fast with big plans to open more sites. This is your chance to join a team that’s building something special and help shape how our kitchens run.
Role
Kitchen Crew Lead – someone who’s worked in a busy kitchen and knows how to run a smooth shift. If you’ve led or trained others in places like Nando’s, Wingstop, Five Guys, or McDonald’s, this will feel familiar. You’ll keep the kitchen organised, support your crew, ensure every meal meets Sweet Jerk standards, help new starters learn the ropes, keep prep on top, and maintain a clean, safe, and smooth kitchen.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and motivate the back‑of‑house team to deliver high‑quality, consistent food at speed.
- Manage prep levels, ticket times, and service flow for smooth, efficient operation.
- Train and develop team members to follow Sweet Jerk standards in quality, safety, and presentation.
- Oversee daily stock checks, par levels, and deliveries, keeping waste low and efficiency high.
- Ensure food‑safety, SFBB logs, and hygiene standards are met at all times.
- Support rota planning, shift cover, and clear communication with the front‑of‑house team.
- Jump on the line when needed – lead by example and bring positive energy to every shift.
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years’ experience in a fast‑paced kitchen.
- 1+ year in a supervisory or management role (e.g., Kitchen Crew Lead, BOH Supervisor, Shift Leader, Assistant Manager).
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
- A natural motivator who builds positive team culture.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
- A passion for Caribbean food, culture, and customer experience.
Benefits
- We’re building a brand from the ground up – you’ll help shape it.
- Big opportunities for growth as we open more restaurants.
- Supportive, family‑style team culture (our team is called Jerk Stars).
- Great food, great people, and plenty of good vibes.
- Free staff meals and training provided.
Kitchen Crew Lead - IMMEDIATE START employer: Sweet Jerk
At Sweet Jerk, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and supportive work environment where our team, affectionately known as Jerk Stars, can thrive. As we expand in Beckenham and beyond, we offer exciting growth opportunities for those passionate about Caribbean cuisine and customer service, alongside benefits like free staff meals and comprehensive training. Join us to be part of a family-style culture that values good food, good vibes, and the chance to shape something special.
