Kitchen Supervisor (Grass Hoppers)

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?

✅ £13.20 – £13.47 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.