Chef

greene king; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33% discount for employees

15% discount for loved ones

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Wage Stream access

Retail discounts up to 30%

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a passionate Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a desire to create exceptional dishes. You'll play a key role in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene while working collaboratively with your team. With opportunities for career advancement and comprehensive training, this position offers a chance to grow within a well-known brand that values its employees. If you are ready to bring your culinary skills to a vibrant community-focused establishment, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a busy kitchen as a Chef.
• Full training available for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Communicate clearly with your team to provide high-quality meals.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Passion for food presentation

Communication skills

Education

1 year experience as a Chef

Job description

Company 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.

Join us at Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. Our collection of community pubs are the heart and soul of the local area around them, helmed by a local hero and crewed by a team always ready with your favourite tipple. Our pubs embody the true meaning of a local pub, acting as a central hub where locals can enjoy one of our events, a feast of lovingly cooked food or a quick catch up with friends over a drink.

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.
• Wage Stream – 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…

Job Description

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 kitchen when needed.

Qualifications

Ideally we are looking for a candidate with a minimum of 1 year experience in being a Chef. Whether that is doing a course or physical experience in a busy kitchen, we do not mind. Full training will be available.