Chef

Greene King; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

33% discount on food and drink

Employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Refer a friend bonus

Wagestream access to wages

Retail discounts

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in the United Kingdom is looking for a dedicated Chef. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes while maintaining excellent hygiene standards. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with your kitchen team. Alongside a competitive salary, you will receive excellent perks including discounts on meals and support programs for well-being. This position offers opportunities for career development and training within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing, cooking, and presenting food.
• Knowledge of hygiene and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Strong communication skills with team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food according to customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety in the kitchen.
• Keep updated with new products and promotions.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Passion for delivering quality meals

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Description

As a Chef, your passion for all things food, and the desire to make the perfect dish every time, is what sets you apart. With a keen eye for maintaining the highest standards and thriving during a fast‑paced service, you’ll soon become an invaluable member of the kitchen team.

Qualifications

As a Chef, you will…

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors.
• Communicate clearly with your team in order to provide high‑quality meals to customers on time.
• Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions.

What you’ll bring to the kitchen:

• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and pull together as a team when needed.
• A passion for delivering tasty and well‑presented meals to customers each and every time.
• Willingness to get stuck in, learn new skills and help out in different areas of the kitchen when needed.

Additional Information

We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why…

You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:

• The chance to further your career across our well‑known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well‑being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them!
• Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more…