Lead Kitchen Chef — Inspire High-Performance Service

greene king; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension

Staff discounts

Employee assistance program

Family-friendly policies

Menopause friendly employer

Refer a friend

Wage access

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a Head Chef to oversee a busy kitchen in one of our pubs. You will lead and inspire the team, ensuring every dish meets high standards and service runs smoothly during busy periods.

You will maintain rigorous hygiene, manage allergen controls, and drive consistent quality across all menus. A hands-on leader who communicates well and trains staff will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a busy kitchen and delivering high-quality meals.
• Ability to train, motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with the kitchen and front of house.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.

Responsibilities

• Take the reins in the kitchen and drive smooth service during busy periods.
• Communicate clearly with the team to ensure on-time, high-quality meals.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team to maximise performance.
• Maintain hygiene levels and food safety standards across the kitchen.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Under pressure

English language

Job description

Greene King is seeking a Head Chef to oversee a busy kitchen in one of our pubs. You will lead and inspire the team, ensuring every dish meets high standards and service runs smoothly during busy periods.

You will maintain rigorous hygiene, manage allergen controls, and drive consistent quality across all menus. A hands-on leader who communicates well and trains staff will thrive in this role.