Head Chef

greene king; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Greene King as a Head Chef in Milton Keynes, where you'll lead kitchen operations and motivate your team to deliver exceptional meals. This role offers a collaborative environment focused on quality and team development, along with competitive rewards and employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension contributions

Career development opportunities

33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Referral bonus of up to £1,500

Wagestream for early wage access

Retail discounts up to 30% at Superdrug

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy kitchen.
• Ability to motivate a high-performing team.
• Skill in delivering well-presented meals.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to ensure high-quality meal delivery.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Develop innovative ways to improve team efficiency.

Skills

Team Management

Communication

Pressure Handling

Innovation

Job description

As a Head Chef, you will…

1. Take the reins in the kitchen, making decisions and developing innovative ways to improve team efficiency.

2. Communicate clearly with your team to ensure high-quality meals are delivered to customers on time.

3. Recognise and lead the team, understanding how to maximise their potential.

4. Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to ensure the safety of your team and visitors.

What you’ll bring to the kitchen:

1. Experience managing a busy kitchen, training and developing a high-performing team that exceeds targets.

2. Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and motivate your team.

3. A keen eye for delivering tasty and well-presented meals consistently.

4. Skill and adaptability to handle challenges in a fast-paced environment.

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Company Description

As a Head Chef, you’ll ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy services. You’ll motivate your team to work well together, ensuring every dish meets high standards.

Join Greene King pubs, known for bringing communities together. Our urban pubs offer great times with vibrant atmospheres, from relaxed bars to lively after-work venues, serving pub classics with a twist.

Additional Information

We’re committed to rewarding our team’s hard work, including:

• Competitive salary and pension contributions
• Career development opportunities across our brands
• 33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones on all brands
• Free employee assistance program for mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support
• 50% discount for you and 25% for loved ones at Greene King Inns and hotels
• Referral bonus of up to £1,500 for successful referrals
• Wagestream for early wage access
• Retail discounts of up to 30% at Superdrug, with additional offers