Description
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!
- 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
- Term time: 22.75 hours per week
- School holidays: 26.5 hours per week
- 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.
Company Overview
We are an independently owned business committed to our vision: to deliver great experiences for all the family. Through retail, food and play offerings in each of our retail destinations, we believe we have created a unique mix of brands that always deliver great experiences for families across multiple sites in Yorkshire.
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Kitchen Supervisor (Grass Hoppers) in Tong employer: YGC PARTNERS LIMITED
Join our independently owned business this Christmas and be part of a team that values fun, friendliness, and festive spirit. With full training provided on Virtual Reality equipment, you'll have the opportunity to create unforgettable holiday memories for families while working in a lively environment that encourages teamwork and customer focus. Our commitment to delivering great experiences ensures that you will thrive in a supportive atmosphere with ample opportunities for personal growth during this magical season.
