Apprenticeship · Level 3
Kitchen Team Lead Apprenticeship
Greene King£28,080
Kirklees
Expected closing date: Thursday, 3 December 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Apprenticeship as a Kitchen Team Leader at Farmhouse Inns (Greene King).
- Earn £28,080 per year for a 40-hour week.
- Gain a Senior Production Chef (Level 3) qualification.
- Applications close on 2026-12-03.
- Work-based training with a mentor and regular coach check-ins.
About the Role
As an Apprentice Kitchen Team Leader with Farmhouse Inns, you will lead front of house teams, ensuring they provide excellent customer experiences. You will also be involved in organising events and activities to bring communities closer together.
Farmhouse Inns is dedicated to providing delicious food and drink for every occasion, with a focus on quality and value, creating a welcoming pub dining experience.
What You'll Do
- Prepare, cook, and present food to brand standards.
- Support and guide the kitchen team, organising service during busy shifts.
- Deputise for the Kitchen Manager or senior chefs when required.
- Ensure all food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards are met.
- Monitor stock levels, food preparation, and kitchen organisation.
What You'll Bring
- A passion for food and high standards in food preparation and presentation.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and support others.
- A calm, organised approach with the ability to think on your feet.
- A commitment to maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards.
- A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to work as part of a team.
What Your Apprenticeship Includes
- Work-based training with a Lifetime Learner Coach every 6 weeks (face-to-face and remote calls).
- A mentor within the workplace.
- Functional Skills in English and maths support (if needed).
- Reviews every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager, and Lifetime Learner Coach.
Benefits
- Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all Greene King brands.
- Free employee assistance program (mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support).
- Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies.
- Menopause friendly employer.
- Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at Greene King Inns and hotels.
- Refer a friend bonus up to £1,500.
- Wagestream - access your wage before payday.
- Retail discounts (up to 30% at Superdrug, Three Mobile, and more).
What Happens Next
Opportunity for further career development across Greene King's brands. Greene King and Lifetime Training are top apprenticeship providers.
Key Details
- Wage: £28,080 a year
- Working week: 40 hours per week, five days a week. Shift work including bank holidays, evenings, and weekends.
- Duration: 1 Year 3 Months
- Start date: 2026-12-10
- Closing date: 2026-12-03
- Apprenticeship standard: Senior production chef (level 3)
- Training provider: LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED