kitchen Manager

greene king; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Greene King as a Head Chef, leading a high-performing kitchen team in a fast-paced pub environment. Your role involves managing kitchen operations, motivating your team, and maintaining quality standards, all while enjoying competitive benefits such as career development opportunities and generous discounts.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

33% discount for staff and 15% for friends

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Refer a friend program

Early wage access via Wagestream

Retail discounts up to 30%

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy kitchen and developing a high-performing team.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A keen eye for delivering tasty and well-presented meals.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of kitchen operations and improve team performance.
• Communicate clearly with your team for timely meal delivery.
• Maintain hygiene standards and kitchen safety regulations.

Skills

Team Management

Time Management

Adaptability

Creativity

Job description

As a Head Chef, you will…

• Take the reins in the kitchen, making decisions and developing innovative ways to improve team performance.

• Communicate clearly with your team to ensure high-quality meals are delivered to customers on time.

• Recognise and lead the team, understanding how to maximise their potential.

• Maintain hygiene standards and safety regulations in the kitchen to ensure the well-being of your team and visitors.

What you’ll bring to the kitchen:

• Experience managing a busy kitchen, training, and developing a high-performing team that exceeds targets.

• Ability to work under pressure and motivate your team in a fast-paced environment.

• A keen eye for delivering tasty and well-presented meals consistently.

• Skill and adaptability to handle challenges in a busy kitchen setting.

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Company Description

As a Head Chef, you'll ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy services. You'll motivate your team to work well together and uphold the highest standards for every dish served.

Join Greene King Pubs, a community-focused brand where pubs serve as local hubs for events, food, and drinks, bringing people together in a welcoming environment.

Additional Information

We’re committed to rewarding our team’s hard work, which is why…

You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contributions, and benefits including:

• Career development opportunities across our well-known brands, supported by industry-leading training and apprenticeships.
• Discounts of 33% for you and 15% for loved ones on all our brands, allowing you to enjoy your favourite food and drinks at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program offering mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support.
• 50% discount for you and 25% for loved ones at Greene King Inns and hotels for weekend getaways.
• Refer a friend program, earning up to £1,500 when they are hired.
• Wagestream for early wage access.
• Retail discounts with up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive mobile deals, and more.