Head Chef

Greene King; Hereford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Brand discounts

Employee assistance program

Refer a friend bonus up to £1,500

Wagestream

Job summary

Greene King's Grandstand in Hereford is hiring a Head Chef to lead the kitchen, oversee the team, and ensure top-quality plates in a fast-paced Hungry Horse pub.

You'll manage stock, costs, hygiene, and standards, while developing staff and delivering busy-service excellence. The role combines hands-on cooking with leadership and operational responsibility, with a salary of £31,000–£36,000 plus bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Capable of leading and developing a team.
• Understands kitchen management and GP.
• Stays calm and organized under pressure.
• Delivers consistently high-quality food.

Responsibilities

• Leading, motivating and developing your kitchen team
• Taking ownership of kitchen standards, food quality and presentation
• Managing stock, ordering and food costs
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards
• Planning and organising the kitchen to deliver great service during busy periods
• Coaching your team and supporting their development
• Making sure every guest gets the quality and consistency they expect from Hungry Horse
• Working closely with the General Manager to drive the success of the kitchen and the wider pub
• Ensuring all kitchen procedures, health & safety and food hygiene standards are followed
• Managing kitchen rotas and ensuring the right people are in the right place at the right time

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen experience

Food safety

Cost control

Stock management

Food presentation

Communication

Pressure management

Mentoring

Job description

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll take responsibility for the day‑to‑day running of the kitchen, from delivering great food and maintaining high standards to managing your team, controlling costs and ensuring every service runs smoothly.

The Grandstand is a busy Hungry Horse pub, serving a wide range of guests throughout the week. You’ll need to be comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment, leading from the front and keeping your team motivated when the pressure is on.

You’ll have the autonomy to run your kitchen, develop your team and play a key part in the success of the pub.

What You'll Be Doing

As Head Chef, you’ll be at the heart of the kitchen, leading your team and making sure every plate leaving the pass is spot on.

• Leading, motivating and developing your kitchen team
• Taking ownership of kitchen standards, food quality and presentation
• Managing stock, ordering and food costs
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards
• Planning and organising the kitchen to deliver great service during busy periods
• Coaching your team and supporting their development
• Making sure every guest gets the quality and consistency they expect from Hungry Horse
• Working closely with the General Manager to drive the success of the kitchen and the wider pub
• Ensuring all kitchen procedures, health & safety and food hygiene standards are followed
• Managing kitchen rotas and ensuring the right people are in the right place at the right time

Company Description

Head Chef – The Grandstand, Hereford

£31,000 - £36,000 + Bonus

Hungry for your next challenge?

We’re looking for a Head Chef to take the lead in the kitchen at The Grandstand in Hereford, a lively Hungry Horse pub where there’s always something going on!

From family meals and big groups to match‑day crowds and busy weekends, The Grandstand is all about great food, great value and a great atmosphere.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef who loves the buzz of a busy kitchen, enjoys leading a team and is ready to take ownership of their own kitchen operation.

Additional Information

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

• 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!
• Enhanced, family‑friendly maternity and paternity policies
• Menopause Friendly Employer
• 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…

CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG

We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make – across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• Has experience working in a busy kitchen environment
• Is confident leading and developing a team
• Understands kitchen management, food safety and GP
• Can keep calm and organised when the pressure is on
• Takes pride in delivering consistently great food
• Has the energy, passion and personality to bring a kitchen team together
• Is commercially aware and understands the importance of managing costs and stock
• Leads by example and isn't afraid to get stuck in
• Is passionate about developing people and creating a positive kitchen culture

Whether you’re an experienced Head Chef or a Back of House Team Leader ready to take your next step, we’d love to hear from you.