Senior Commis Chef — Fast-Paced Kitchen Leader

Greene King; Stafford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

33% discount for employees

Mental health support

Enhanced maternity and paternity policies

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Referral bonuses

Wagestream

Retail discounts

Job summary

Greene King is looking for a passionate Chef to join their kitchen team in Stafford. You'll prepare and present high-quality food while maintaining hygiene and safety standards. Your enthusiasm for culinary excellence will make you a vital part of our team.

In return, we offer opportunities for career progression, as well as discounts on food and drink, employee assistance programs, and enhanced maternity and paternity policies.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare, cook, and present food to high standards.
• Strong communication skills for teamwork in a busy kitchen.
• Passion for delivering quality meals consistently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specifications.
• Maintain hygiene and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Keep current on new products, menus, and promotions.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Presentation skills

Job description

As a Chef, your passion for all things food, and the desire to make the perfect dish every time, is what sets you apart. With a keen eye for maintaining the highest standards and thriving during a fast-paced service, you’ll soon become an invaluable member of the kitchen team.

Company Description

Join us at Pub & Grill, where we combine the warm welcome of a cosy pub with the style and quality standards of a restaurant. Though our grill may be the star of the show, our kitchens serve up a great range of comforting classics and healthy options too. Whether stopping for a swift drink, a working lunch or a 3-course evening meal – everyone receives a warm Pub & Grill welcome when they visit us.

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!
• Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies
• Menopause Friendly Employer
• 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…
  
  

Qualifications

As a Chef, you will…

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors.
• Communicate clearly with your team in order to provide high-quality meals to customers on time.
• Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions.
  
  

What you’ll bring to the kitchen:

• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and pull together as a team when needed.
• A passion for delivering tasty and well-presented meals to customers each and every time.
• Willingness to get stuck in, learn new skills and help out in different areas of the kitchen when needed.