Do you already have kitchen supervisory experience and want a role with no late evenings?
We’re looking for an experienced, hands-on Kitchen Supervisor to lead our busy Grass Hoppers kitchen within our popular soft play area.
This is a role for someone who can confidently take ownership of a kitchen, lead a team, and maintain high standards every day.
⭐ What’s Great About This Role?
✅ £14.02 per hour
✅ No late nights – kitchen closes at 3:30pm!
✅ Alternate weekends
✅ Friendly, supportive team environment
✅ Staff discount, free parking and great benefits
Please Note
This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for candidates with previous kitchen leadership or supervisory experience who can confidently step into the role from day one.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead from the front: Take day-to-day control of the kitchen, ensuring smooth service and consistently high food quality
- Drive standards: Maintain excellent food hygiene, allergen awareness, and compliance with all food safety regulations
- Support and develop the team: Train, guide, and motivate team members to work efficiently and safely
- Quality control: Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented to the required standard every time
- Kitchen organisation: Keep the kitchen clean, well-stocked, and running efficiently at all times
- Manage pressure: Stay calm and organised during busy periods, especially weekends and school holidays
- Continuous improvement: Identify ways to improve processes, reduce waste, and raise overall standards
What We’re Looking For
- ✔ Proven kitchen experience in a supervisory or senior role
- ✔ Strong understanding of food hygiene, safety, and allergen management
- ✔ Confidence in leading a team and working independently
- ✔ Ability to organise, prioritise, and maintain standards under pressure
- ✔ A proactive, hands-on approach — you’re not afraid to roll up your sleeves
- ✔ Reliable, responsible, and committed to high standards
Hours & Schedule
- Term time: 22.75 hours per week
- School holidays: 26.5 hours per week
- Includes alternate weekends
- No late nights – kitchen closes at 3:30pm
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.
🎉 Quarterly 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.
