Head Chef - Live In

greene king; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to join their vibrant kitchen team. This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented group, ensuring that every dish meets the highest standards of quality and presentation. You will be at the forefront of culinary creativity, managing a busy kitchen while fostering a collaborative environment. The company values your hard work and offers numerous perks, including career advancement opportunities and generous discounts. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

33% Discount for Employees

Free Employee Assistance Program

50% Discount at Greene King Inns

Referral Bonus up to £1,500

Wagestream Access

Retail Discounts up to 30%

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a busy kitchen and developing a high-performing team.
• Strong ability to maintain hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals on time.
• Train and develop staff to exceed performance targets.

Skills

Team Management

Communication Skills

Hygiene and Safety Regulations

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Creativity in Menu Development

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Experience in Kitchen Management

Job description

Company Description

As Head Chef, you’ll make sure everything in the kitchen runs smoothly during a busy service. You’ll know how to get the best out of your team by encouraging and supporting them to work well together, ensuring every dish served is of the highest standards.

Join us at Chef & Brewer, a collection of unique country-style pubs set in beautiful locations across the country which are welcome escapes for our customers, that feel like a home away from home. Our relaxed pubs with beautifully decorated interiors, seriously good pub food and expertly chosen drinks ranges are the perfect places for our customers to enjoy any occasion.

Additional Information

We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why…

You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:

• The chance to further your career across our well-known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them!
• Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with three mobile along with many more…

Job Description

As Head Chef, you will…

• 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 guarantee the care of your entire team and visitors.

What you’ll bring to the kitchen:

• 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 of your team around you.
• A keen eye for delivering tasty and well-presented meals to customers each and every time.
• Skill and willingness to take on and adapt to challenges whilst working in a busy kitchen.

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