Head Chef: Lead a Team, Craft Memorable Pub Classics

Greene King; Harlow; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Shared live-in

Employee discounts

Wagestream access

Job summary

The Green Man in Harlow, Essex, part of the Chef & Brewer brand from Greene King, is seeking a talented Head Chef. Lead the kitchen, create great food, and drive a positive team culture that keeps guests returning. You’ll manage day-to-day operations, control costs, and uphold top-notch hygiene and safety standards.

Join a trusted pub group that offers competitive pay, bonus potential, and supportive development across brands. Live-in options are available to help you settle in.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready for the next step.
• Passion for fresh, quality food and consistently high standards.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop a kitchen team.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to perform under pressure.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, stock, costs and labour management.
• Proactive approach to food safety, hygiene and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front, coaching and developing the kitchen team.
• Deliver high-quality dishes that showcase the menu and drive guest return.
• Manage day-to-day kitchen performance for smooth service and quality.
• Control food costs, stock, waste and labour to drive profitability.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and compliance.
• Support team development to grow skills and confidence.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food quality

Team development

Organisational skills

Food cost control

Food safety

Job description

The Green Man in Harlow, Essex, part of the Chef & Brewer brand from Greene King, is seeking a talented Head Chef. Lead the kitchen, create great food, and drive a positive team culture that keeps guests returning. You’ll manage day-to-day operations, control costs, and uphold top-notch hygiene and safety standards.

Join a trusted pub group that offers competitive pay, bonus potential, and supportive development across brands. Live-in options are available to help you settle in.