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Kitchen Team Leader (Weekends)

ACORN VENTURE ASSOCIATION
Acorn Farm, Depot Road, Kirkby, L33 3AR
Full-time
Kitchen Team Leader (Weekends/Bank
Holidays) Job Description

Job Details

Job Title: Kitchen Team Leader (Weekends)

Employer: Acorn Venture Association

Location: Acorn Farm, Depot Road, Kirkby, L33 3AR

Reports To: Weekend Manager / Café Manager

Role Summary

As Kitchen Team Leader, you will oversee weekend operations at Acorn Farm Café,
ensuring smooth service, high food safety standards, and a friendly atmosphere for visitors.
You will lead a small team, prepare menu items, and maintain a clean, welcoming
environment.

Key Responsibilities

•  Prepare and cook menu items (soups, jacket potatoes, toasties, etc.) for visitors, staff,

and volunteers.

•  Cater for children’s birthday parties when required.
•  Cash up the till at day’s end and hand over to the Weekend Manager.
•  Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and café.
•  Ensure food is properly stored, covered, and dated.
•  Restock display cabinets and drinks fridge daily.
•  Wash, dry, and store all cutlery, crockery, and utensils.
•  Set café tables, clear dishes, and clean tables promptly.
•  Complete opening/closing checks and update food safety diary daily.
•  Serve customers politely and professionally.
•  Attend staff meetings and follow security protocols.
•  Perform other reasonable duties as requested.

Requirements

•  Previous experience in catering or food service preferred.
•  Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
•  Strong customer service skills and enthusiasm for the role.
•  Ability to supervise and work as part of a team.
•  Food hygiene certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Terms & Conditions

Salary: £13.80 per hour

Hours: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm (March–September), 9.30am – 3:30 pm (October–February)

Break: 20-minute unpaid break (March-September)

Holidays: 11.2 days per annum (pro rata)

Six-month probationary period applies.

Café opening hours: 10 am – 4 pm (March–September), 10 am – 3 pm (October–February)