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)