Culinary Team Lead

5 days ago


Kenilworth, Warwickshire, United Kingdom Lounges Full time

About Us

Lounges is a fast-growing business that prioritizes real cooking and customer satisfaction. We believe in providing our customers with high-quality ingredients and a unique dining experience.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Junior Sous Chef or a skilled Chef to join our team as a Culinary Team Lead. This role involves supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering exceptional kitchen operations, ensuring prep is done efficiently, and maintaining high standards of food quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • SUPPORTING THE HEAD CHEF AND SOUS CHEF IN DELIVERING EXCELLENT KITCHEN OPERATIONS
  • Maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and hygiene
  • Supporting the preparation of dishes to spec and managing kitchen inventory effectively
  • Contributing to the development of new menu items and improving existing ones
  • Assisting with training and mentoring junior chefs

What You'll Bring

  • Possess significant experience as a Junior Sous Chef or a skilled Chef with a strong background in kitchen operations
  • Proven ability to work at pace with limited supervision, demonstrating excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Strong knowledge of allergens, kitchen essentials, and food safety best practices
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to motivate and support colleagues
  • Demonstrated passion for culinary innovation and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences

Benefits

  • Tips shared equally across the team based on hours worked
  • Paid breaks and staff food provided on every shift
  • 50% discount on food across all three brands from day one
  • 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata
  • Competitions and incentives, including all-expenses-paid trips
  • Christmas and Boxing Day off
  • The best staff party - Loungefest
  • Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity
  • Power over pay with Wagestream
  • Company pension scheme
  • Long service awards
  • Great opportunities for personal development and career progression

Estimated Salary

£35,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience


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