Head Chef

• 🔥 What's the opportunity?
• As our Head Chef, you'll take ownership of the kitchen and play a key role in driving the success of the pub.

You'll have the opportunity to

• Lead from the front , setting the standard for food quality, presentation and service.
• Build, coach and develop a strong kitchen team.
• Bring energy and passion to every service, especially when things get busy.
• Keep standards high while making sure the kitchen remains a positive place to work.
• Take ownership of kitchen performance, from food quality and consistency through to stock and waste control.
• Work closely with the General Manager to drive the success of the pub.
• Help create food that keeps our customers coming back for more.
• Make your mark on a busy community pub and develop your career with Greene King.

• 👊 What we're looking for
• We're not looking for a chef who simply wants to tick boxes.
• We're looking for someone who cares about their kitchen, their food and their people .

You'll ideally have

• Previous experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager or experienced Sous Chef ready for their next step.
• Experience running a busy kitchen and leading a team through a fast-paced service.
• A genuine passion for food and delivering consistently great dishes.
• The confidence to make decisions and take ownership.
• The ability to coach, motivate and get the best out of your team.
• High standards around food safety, hygiene and kitchen compliance.
• A positive, hands-on approach – you'll be happy getting stuck in when the kitchen needs you.

🎁 And there's plenty in it for you...
We’re all about rewarding our team's hard work, so as well as a competitive salary and pension contribution, you'll receive:

• Career development opportunities across our well-known Greene King brands.
• Training and development at every stage of your career.
• 33% discount for you and 15% for your loved ones across our brands.
• 50% discount for you and 25% for your loved ones at Greene King Inns and hotels.
• Free employee assistance programme covering mental health, wellbeing, financial and legal support.
• Refer a friend and earn up to £1,500 .
• Wagestream – access your earned wages before payday.
• Retail discounts, including up to 30% off at Superdrug and exclusive Three Mobile offers.

• 🚀 Ready for your next move?
• If you're an experienced chef looking for a role where you can lead a team, run your own kitchen and make a real impact , we'd love to hear from you.
• Bring your passion. Lead your kitchen. Make the Wheatpieces yours.
• Apply today!