Head Chef: Lead a Dynamic, High-Performance Kitchen

Greeneking; Birdlip; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension contribution

Career development and training

Discounts on Greene King brands

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a Head Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy service. You will lead and support a team to deliver high standards, while maintaining hygiene and safety.

The role focuses on coaching, allergen controls, and delivering exceptional meals to guests across our brands. You’ll manage a busy service, drive performance, and develop staff to exceed targets, with a competitive salary and pension.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy kitchen, training and developing a high performing team who constantly exceed targets.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and getting the best out of your team around you.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.

Responsibilities

• Take the reins in the kitchen, whether you are making decisions or coming up with fresh ways to help the team run better together.
• Communicate clearly with your team in order to provide high-quality meals to customers on time.
• Recognise and lead the team as a whole, understanding how to maximise their potential.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help to guarantee the care of your entire team and visitors.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

Greene King is seeking a Head Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy service. You will lead and support a team to deliver high standards, while maintaining hygiene and safety.

The role focuses on coaching, allergen controls, and delivering exceptional meals to guests across our brands. You’ll manage a busy service, drive performance, and develop staff to exceed targets, with a competitive salary and pension.