Kitchen Team Leader

2 weeks ago


Ongar, Essex, United Kingdom Oakman Inns Full time

We are seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our team at The Kings Head in Chipping Ongar.

About the Role:

  • You will have a proven track record of working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with a strong focus on food preparation and presentation.
  • You will be responsible for managing a section of the kitchen, ensuring that dishes are prepared to a high standard and presented in a timely manner.
  • You will work closely with the senior chefs to develop menus and improve kitchen processes.
  • You will be expected to maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen, adhering to all relevant health and safety regulations.
  • You will provide excellent customer service, responding to customer queries and resolving any issues in a professional manner.

About You:

  • You will have a minimum of 2 years' experience working in a similar role, preferably in a high-volume restaurant or hotel kitchen.
  • You will have a passion for food and cooking, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality dishes.
  • You will be a strong communicator, able to work effectively with colleagues and senior chefs to achieve kitchen goals.
  • You will be flexible and willing to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Benefits:

  • A competitive salary of £12.00-£13.00 per hour, plus tips.
  • A free meal whilst on shift.
  • Flexible shift patterns available.
  • Up to 50% off meals taken off-duty for you and up to 6 guests.
  • 33% off our hotel accommodation.
  • Award-winning training program with a clear progression pathway.
  • Wage streaming service allowing access to your pay when it suits you.
  • Salary Extras Portal - Access to Cycle2Work scheme and fantastic discounts for everyday shopping at brands such as Asda, Aldi, B&Q, H&M, Clarks & Tesco.
  • Service Awards.
  • A Birthday Gift.
  • An invitation to Oakfest, our annual company festival.
  • Refer a friend and Chef recruitment incentives of up to £1000.

About The Kings Head:

The King's Head is a listed coaching inn with a traditional lounge area, function room, a large restaurant, and a modern, theatre-style kitchen with a Josper Grill and a wood-fire pizza oven.

We serve a seasonal, Mediterranean-inspired menu enhanced by weekly specials carefully crafted by a team of chefs based on sustainable, quality ingredients. Our meat and poultry come from British farms, our eggs are free range, and our fish is responsibly sourced from suppliers approved by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC).

About The Oakman Group:

Recognised as a leading employer, we are extremely proud to be within the Sunday Times Best Places to Work for.

We know that the key to success is the people within the business, and that the first step is recruiting the best people who are passionate about delivering the best service and using the best ingredients in the best setting.

The next step is to give back and invest in our employees:

  • Our award-winning online training academy offers education on demand, providing you with the knowledge and experience to be the best you can be, anytime, anywhere.
  • Our suppliers work closely with us to supply hands-on experience and craft visits. So, our teams can appreciate the quality products we serve.
  • We also offer all employees across the business access to apprenticeship opportunities and development programmes, allowing individuals to grow and further their careers.


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