Head Chef: Lead a High-Performance Kitchen

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Career development and training

Brand discounts

Employee assistance programme

Maternity and paternity policies

Menopause Friendly Employer

Greene King Inns discounts

Refer a friend bonus up to £1,500

Wagestream

Retail discounts

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen, ensuring smooth service and high standards across all dishes. You’ll motivate and support your team, make decisive calls, and continually seek ways to improve the operation.

You’ll uphold hygiene and safety, deliver tasty, well-presented meals on time, and communicate clearly to maximise performance. Excellent English and the ability to train others are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy kitchen and developing a high-performing team.
• Ability to work under pressure and maximise team performance.
• A keen eye for delivering tasty and well-presented meals.
• Strong communication and adaptability to challenges in a busy kitchen.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen runs smoothly during busy service.
• Encourage and support the team to work well together.
• Take the reins in the kitchen and make decisive calls or improvements as needed.
• Communicate clearly with your team to provide high-quality meals on time.
• Recognise and lead the team to maximise potential.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen.

Job description

Greene King is seeking a Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen, ensuring smooth service and high standards across all dishes. You’ll motivate and support your team, make decisive calls, and continually seek ways to improve the operation.

You’ll uphold hygiene and safety, deliver tasty, well-presented meals on time, and communicate clearly to maximise performance. Excellent English and the ability to train others are essential.