Head Chef - Lead a High-Performing Pub Kitchen

Greene King; Harbourland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Employee discounts

Wagestream access

Industry training

Job summary

Greene King is recruiting a Head Chef for one of its Chef & Brewer pubs. You will oversee kitchen operations, lead a team, and ensure every dish meets the highest standards during busy services. You’ll drive performance, training, and hygienic practices, while maintaining safety and allergen controls.

Join a supportive team at Greene King and contribute to creating great experiences for guests across our pubs and brands.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy kitchen and training a high-performing team.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Communicate clearly with the team to deliver high-quality meals on time.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.

Responsibilities

• Take the reins in the kitchen and lead decision-making to keep the team running smoothly.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards during busy services.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations across the kitchen.

Skills

Team leadership

High-pressure cooking

Communication

Allergen controls

Job description

Greene King is recruiting a Head Chef for one of its Chef & Brewer pubs. You will oversee kitchen operations, lead a team, and ensure every dish meets the highest standards during busy services. You’ll drive performance, training, and hygienic practices, while maintaining safety and allergen controls.

Join a supportive team at Greene King and contribute to creating great experiences for guests across our pubs and brands.