Chef

Greene King; Watford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

33% discount on food and drink

Training and development opportunities

Employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Wagestream - access wages before payday

Retail discounts

Job summary

A well-known pub company in Watford is looking for a dedicated Chef to join their kitchen team. The role involves preparing and presenting high-quality food for various functions. Ideal candidates will thrive under pressure and have a passion for creating delicious meals. Opportunities for career advancement exist within the company, making it an exciting place to expand your culinary skills. The position includes both full-time and part-time options, with evening and weekend shifts required.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and presentation.
• Knowledge of safety regulations in a kitchen.
• Effective communication skills with team members.
• Keep up to date with menus, products and promotions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food to specifications.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver meals on time.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Passion for delivering meals

Team collaboration

Work under pressure

Job description

Company Description

We are looking for chef's to join our kitchen brigade, experience desired but not necessary. Both full and part time positions available evening and weekend shifts will be included

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.

Job Description

As a Chef, you will be working with a company based menu, catering for day to day covers, buffet based functions and set menu functions In our newly refurbished pub covers are growing and we are looking to expand the team to help continue our growth The opportunity for promotion in management within Greeneking is also available for the right candidate.

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…

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