Head Chef: Lead a High-Intensity Kitchen Team

Greene King; South Benfleet; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension

Career progression

Discounts on brands

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a Head Chef to lead and inspire a busy kitchen, ensuring every dish meets the highest standards during peak service. You’ll coach and develop a high-performing team, maintain hygiene and safety, and work to deliver tasty, well-presented meals consistently.

You’ll be fluent in English, able to communicate clearly with your team, and thrive under pressure while managing stock, shift patterns, and kitchen operations across our brand portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy kitchen and leading a high-performing team.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality and standards.
• Clear spoken and written English; understanding allergen controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations during busy services.
• Train and develop the team to exceed targets.
• Ensure hygiene and safety compliance in the kitchen.
• Communicate clearly with the team to deliver high-quality meals on time.

Job description

Greene King is seeking a Head Chef to lead and inspire a busy kitchen, ensuring every dish meets the highest standards during peak service. You’ll coach and develop a high-performing team, maintain hygiene and safety, and work to deliver tasty, well-presented meals consistently.

You’ll be fluent in English, able to communicate clearly with your team, and thrive under pressure while managing stock, shift patterns, and kitchen operations across our brand portfolio.