Kitchen Manager/ Head Chef

MOBOLISE; Andover; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Pub discounts

Inns savings

Wagestream

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

The Folly, Andover is seeking a Kitchen Manager/Head Chef to lead the kitchen team with passion for great food and strong leadership. You’ll oversee menu quality, stock and wage costs, improve processes and mentor staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences at The Folly pub, part of Greene King.

Salary £33,000–£37,000 plus bonus, based in Andover. This role offers career development within Greene King’s pub portfolio and extensive staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Experienced kitchen leader with a track record in busy pubs/restaurants.
• Able to lead a team and maintain high standards.
• Experience running stock, labour costs and waste control.
• Strong food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front and motivate the kitchen team to perform at a high level.
• Deliver consistent quality across the menu, from pub classics to family favourites.
• Manage stock, ordering, waste, rosters and labour costs for efficient operations.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and allergen controls; ensure kitchens stay clean and compliant.
• Plan ahead for busy service periods and ensure each dish leaves the kitchen looking and tasting great.
• Collaborate with General Manager and front-of-house to deliver a brilliant guest experience.
• Coach team members and support their career development in hospitality.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Organisation

Planning

Communication

Food safety

Allergen management

Stock control

Labour cost management

Hands-on leadership

Job description

What's the opportunity?

As Kitchen Manager, you'll take ownership of the kitchen, bringing great leadership, organisation and a passion for food to every service.

• Lead from the front: Motivate, support and develop your kitchen team, creating a positive environment where everyone can thrive.
• Serve up great food: Deliver consistent quality across our menu, from our much-loved pub classics to our generous sharers and family favourites.
• Run a successful kitchen: Manage stock, ordering, waste, rotas and labour costs to keep the kitchen operating efficiently.
• Keep standards high: Take responsibility for food safety, hygiene, allergen management and kitchen cleanliness.
• Make service count: Plan ahead, manage busy periods confidently and ensure every dish leaves the kitchen looking and tasting great.
• Work together: Partner with the General Manager and front-of-house team to deliver a brilliant experience for every guest.
• Grow your team: Coach your people, build their skills and help them develop their own careers in hospitality.

Company Description

The Folly, Andover
Kitchen Manager/ Head Chef
Salary -£33,000 - £37,000 + Bonus

Love great food, leading a team and creating a kitchen that delivers? Come and make your mark at The Folly!

Located in Andover, just a 20-minute drive from the popular Highclere Castle, The Folly is a welcoming, family-friendly Hungry Horse pub serving up generous portions, great-value deals and all the pub favourites our guests love.

From tasty burgers and create-your-own sizzlers to our famous Chicken New Yorker, giant sharers and tempting desserts, there's plenty to keep our kitchen busy. With live sport on Sky Sports and TNT Sports, families enjoying a meal and guests making the most of our beer garden, we’re looking for a passionate Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and help us serve up fantastic food every day.

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Additional Information

What's in it for you?

At Greene King, we’re passionate about helping our people grow, succeed and enjoy what they do.

• Career development: Access to training, apprenticeships and opportunities to progress across Greene King.
• Pub discounts: Enjoy 33% off at Greene King pubs, plus 15% off for friends and family.
• Greene King Inns savings: 50% off for you and 25% off for friends and family.
• Financial wellbeing: Access to Wagestream to help you manage your pay.
• Extra perks: Retail discounts, family-friendly benefits and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Recommend a friend: Earn up to £1,500 when you introduce someone to Greene King.

CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG

We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make – across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.

Ready to lead the way?

Bring your passion. Lead your kitchen. Serve up something special at The Folly!

Qualifications

What we're looking for

We're looking for an enthusiastic kitchen leader who takes pride in great food, enjoys developing people and understands what it takes to run a successful kitchen.

You’ll ideally have experience as a Kitchen Manager, Head Chef or in a senior kitchen role, with the confidence to lead a team and maintain high standards in a busy pub or restaurant environment.

You’ll also bring:

• A genuine passion for food and delivering quality dishes.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team.
• Excellent organisation, planning and communication.
• Commercial awareness, including stock control, labour costs and minimising waste.
• A good understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures.
• A hands‑on approach and the ability to stay calm and focused during busy services.