Head Chef

greene king; Shirley (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns and hotels

Refer a friend bonus

Wagestream access

Retail discounts up to 30%

Job summary

A well-known hospitality group in Massachusetts is seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations during busy services. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in managing teams and ensuring high-quality food presentation. You will have the opportunity to develop your career with competitive benefits including discounts and a supportive environment. If you excel under pressure and are passionate about culinary excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy kitchen and high-performing teams.
• Ability to train and develop staff to exceed targets.
• Keen eye for quality in food presentation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy service.
• Encourage teamwork to deliver high-quality meals.
• Lead the team by maximizing their potential.

Skills

Team management

Communication skills

Hygiene and safety regulations

Ability to work under pressure

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.

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 programme – 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 and many more.

Qualifications

• 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 in order 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.#LI-CA1