Job Description
Field Operations Kitchen Trainer
Location: London office, and Field-based with travel
Employment Type: Full-Time
Are you a chef with a passion for food innovation, operational excellence, and creating remarkable culinary experiences? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and want to be part of a game-changing company that’s redefining the food delivery and dark kitchen landscape? If this sounds like you, Lean Kitchen Network (LKN) wants to hear from you!
Why LKN?
At Lean Kitchen Network, we’re not just creating food; we’re building the future of dining. By collaborating with world-renowned consumer brands like Twisted, Heinz, PepsiCo, and Unilever, we craft and scale cutting-edge virtual food brands.
Our mission? To revolutionise access to high-quality, exciting food experiences across the UK. With over 300+ locations (and counting), we empower kitchen operators, hotels, universities, pubs, offices, and more to delight customers and boost profitability.
Join a fast-growing company at the forefront of the food industry, driven by passion, innovation, and purpose.
The Role
As a Field Operations Kitchen Trainer, you’ll be the face of LKN for our partners, ensuring operational excellence, culinary quality, and seamless brand execution. Your role is essential to maintaining our reputation for delivering “really f**ing great!” food experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
* Partner Training: Deliver engaging, hands-on training to kitchen operators on LKN recipes, processes, and brand standards.
* Operational Excellence: Support kitchens in achieving top-tier food quality, efficiency, and consistency across virtual brands.
* Onboarding: Assist new partners with setup, equipment needs, and first-order execution to ensure a smooth launch.
* Auditing & Troubleshooting: Conduct regular site visits to assess compliance, identify operational challenges, and provide solutions.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with kitchen operators, delivery platforms (Deliveroo, Uber Eats, Just Eat), and the LKN team.
* Continuous Improvement: Provide feedback to improve processes and operational support.
What We’re Looking For:
* Chef Experience: A professional culinary background with hands-on experience in high-volume kitchens.
* Dark Kitchen Expertise: Familiarity with virtual brands and delivery-only kitchen operations.
* Platform Knowledge: Experience working with platforms like Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat.
* Training Skills: Ability to effectively communicate, teach, and inspire kitchen teams.
* Problem-Solver: Quick-thinking, adaptable, and able to handle challenges in fast-paced environments.
* Foodie Passion: Enthusiasm for creating and delivering exceptional food experiences.
* Travel-Ready: Willingness to travel nationwide to support partners on-site; a car is preferred for ease of travel.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a fast-growing startup leading innovation in the food industry.
* Work with prestigious global brands on exciting culinary concepts.
* A supportive, passionate, and dynamic team that truly loves what they do.
Ready to Join the Revolution?
If you’re a passionate foodie with chef experience, a knack for operations, and a love for creating extraordinary food experiences, apply now!