Head Chef - Live In

Greene King; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pub chain is looking for a Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. You will manage operations, ensure quality meal delivery, and foster a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have extensive kitchen management experience and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. Join us in making every meal memorable in Whitstable.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33% discount on all brands

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Referral bonus

Wagestream access

Up to 30% retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience training and developing high-performing kitchen teams.
• Proven ability to deliver quality meals on time in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of hygiene and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and make operational decisions.
• Communicate clearly with the team for timely meal delivery.
• Maximize team potential by understanding their strengths.
• Ensure high hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Experience managing a busy kitchen

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail in meal presentation

Adaptability to challenges

Job description

As a 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.

Company Description

Join us at Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. Our collection of community pubs are the heart and soul of the local area around them, helmed by a local hero and crewed by a team always ready with your favourite tipple. Our pubs embody the true meaning of a local pub, acting as a central hub where locals can enjoy one of our events, a feast of lovingly cooked food or a quick catch up with friends over a drink.

Benefits

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 – 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 get the best out 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.