Head Chef – Live In

Company: Greene King
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Location: London
Job Description:

Company Description

Join us at Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. Our collection of community pubs are the heart and soul of the local area around them, helmed by a local hero and crewed by a team always ready with your favourite tipple. Our pubs embody the true meaning of a local pub, acting as a central hub where locals can enjoy one of our events, a feast of lovingly cooked food or a quick catch up with friends over a drink.

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

  • Competitive salary and pension contribution.
  • Chance to further your career across our well‑known brands – training and development at each level.
  • Discount 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands.
  • Free employee assistance program – mental health, well‑being, financial, and legal support.
  • Enhanced, family‑friendly maternity and paternity policies.
  • Menopause friendly employer.
  • Discount 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels.
  • Refer a friend and earn up to £1,500 when they are placed.
  • Wagestream – access your wage before payday.
  • Retail discounts – up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile and more.

Qualifications

As a Head Chef, you will…

  • Take the reins in the kitchen, whether making decisions or developing fresh ways to help the team run better together.
  • Communicate clearly with your team to provide high‑quality meals to customers on time.
  • Recognise and lead the team, understanding how to maximise their potential.
  • Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to ensure the care of your 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 getting 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.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026