Chef - Fast-Paced Kitchen, Career Growth & Perks

Greene King; Congleton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33% discount on food and drink

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Career development opportunities

Refer a friend bonus

Retail discounts

Job summary

Greene King in Congleton is seeking a dedicated Chef to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and present high-quality dishes while maintaining hygiene and safety standards. We're looking for someone who thrives under pressure and has a passion for food.

Join a supportive environment with numerous opportunities for career development and enjoy exciting employee perks, such as discounts on food and drink and access to training programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing, cooking, and presenting food to meet customer expectations.
• Knowledge of hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Good communication skills for team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to specifications.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Work collaboratively with the team to deliver meals on time.
• Stay updated on new products and menu changes.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Passion for food presentation

Team collaboration

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.

Company Description

Join us at Pub & Carvery, where whatever the weather or occasion, we’ve got something for everyone with our mix of carvery and classic pub food washed down with a tasty tipple. Our carveries include a choice of three 14-hour slow-cook meats and a selection of potatoes and seasonal vegetables where our customers can pile their plates as high as they like.

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…
  
  

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.