Longleat is seeking multiple enthusiastic Kitchen Team Leaders to join our team and help us continue our tradition of hiring enga.....
Longleat is seeking multiple enthusiastic Kitchen Team Leaders to join our team and help us continue our tradition of hiring engaged and productive employees.
At the core of our dynamic array of kitchen outlets, you will play an important role in supporting the Kitchen Production Manager to deliver the day-to-day needs of the business. Your primary objective is to consistently uphold the highest standards in food quality, ensuring our guests are treated to delectable and nourishing meals catering to diverse tastes. This position is different from the ordinary hospitality role, offering an enticing work schedule devoid of split shifts, late nights, or early mornings—fostering an exceptional work-life balance.
Collaborating closely with Kitchen Production Supervisors, you will actively contribute to overseeing the day-to-day operations of various designated Kitchen Units. Taking a hands-on approach, you will lead a team of seasonal members, ensuring a seamless and efficient workflow. Your responsibilities extend to maintaining cleanliness and orderliness in food production areas, as well as overseeing the upkeep of equipment and utensils. A paramount aspect of your role involves ensuring strict adherence to Health and Safety legislation, guiding your immediate team in enforcing policies, procedures, and elevated cleaning standards.
Key duties will include:
To support Kitchen Production Supervisors in the delivery of designated Kitchen units
Lead the team delivery of food production and health and safety legislation
Ensure your units are operated and maintained to department standards
Communicate and lead the team to ensure critical information is passed on in a timely matter including regular team briefings
Delegate appropriate tasks to the team
Ensure daily and weekly procedures, including temperature checks, food labelling/dating and storage are carried out by the team
Support team members in delivering their roles effectively
About you
You will be a natural leader, thriving under pressure whilst focusing the team to deliver excellent quality food standards.
You will be reliable and committed, and enjoy exceeding expectations
You will have a responsible approach and excellent communication skills so you can provide your colleagues with feedback to help develop themselves and the business
You will have a strong understanding of Health and Safety requirements.
A little about us
At Longleat we offer a day out like no other, our guests are invited to step into the Thynn family home where they will find the finest example of Elizabethan Architecture. They are also immersed into the wild side, where they can visit over 120 species of animals by car, foot, train, bus, and boat.
With a core business of around 1 million guests every year, we are passionate about providing unforgettable experiences that bring family and friends together to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Our values
At Longleat, we believe in engaging and inspiring our employees, putting people first, taking accountability, continuously improving, and acting with integrity. We invite everyone who works with us to subscribe to these values, as they truly set us apart as a place to work.
Why join the Longleat team?
In this unique work environment, you will be surrounded by historic landscapes and listed buildings, all whilst listening to our lions roar and wolves howl. You will even have the opportunity to visit our adorable Koalas and cheeky meerkats during your lunch break.
You will receive a rate of £11.69 per hour, in addition to a range of attractive benefits that include;
29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, rising to 31 days at 5 years’ service.
Unlimited free entry to Longleat for our employees
Complimentary tickets to Longleat and Cheddar Gorge and Caves, 18 per annum pro rata
50% off Annual passes for Friends and Family
Discounts on food and beverages and retail merchandise
20% off VIP Experiences, 10% off Accommodation
Discretionary bonus scheme
Employee Assistant Programme
Employer contributory pension scheme
Life assurance scheme
Perks at work
Range of flexible working schemes
Great progression opportunities available.
Your contract
You will be on a permanent variable 40-hour contract, including weekends, evenings and bank holidays as required. The earliest start time is 8am, and the latest finish time is 8pm, varying in accordance with opening times.
Location: On Site - Longleat (Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW)
Sounds great! How do I apply?
If you are interested in this role, please apply online. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if enough suitable applicants are received.
