Kitchen Team Leader

Kitchen Team Leader Winchester, Hampshire
Salary: £28,080 per year
Full-time | Permanent

The Opportunity

My client is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to join their high-performing bakery team in Winchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on food professional with leadership experience to step into a role combining quality food production and team development. You’ll play a key role in maintaining high standards, driving consistency, and supporting a positive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day kitchen operations, including baking and food production Prepare high-quality, fresh products in a fast-paced environment Ensure full compliance with food hygiene and safety standards Manage stock control, ordering, and deliveries Train, coach, and develop team members in food preparation Maintain consistently high quality and presentation standards Support the wider management team with bakery performance and operations Contribute to a positive, productive, and team-focused culture

Skills & Experience

Essential: Experience in a kitchen, bakery, or food production environment Previous role as a Supervisor, Team Leader, or senior kitchen team member Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a team Organised, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment Desirable: Bakery or artisan food experience Stock control and ordering experience Barista or coffee knowledge

Benefits

50% discount on food and drink Employee discount scheme across major brands Financial wellbeing support, including early access to wages 24/7 GP access and Employee Assistance Programme Paid birthday day off Incentives and team reward schemes Regular team social events Up to 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays, pro rata) Aim Higher

Interested? Contact Chris Henry on 01803 840 844 or email chris.henry@mego.co.uk to find out more or apply today!