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Cooking up a Storm

As a Kitchen Manager, you love the heat of a kitchen and feel at home with its fast-moving demands. Your leadership skills are sizzling, and you can inspire your team to pull together and cook mouthwatering dishes that delight customers and turn them into regulars. You’re hot on hygiene with plenty of experience leading kitchen team members as they make and serve orders to meet the high standards of hungry customers.​​


So, if you're ready to turn up the heat on your career, check out our latest Kitchen Manager and Head Chef jobs below. Or, if you're looking for something different, use the quick links below. Let’s get cooking!


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Latest Head Chef Jobs

Sous Chef

Salary

£30,000 - £35,000 + Bonus + Service Charge

Location

Crown Inn (Penn) , Penn , HP10 8NY

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Crafted Pubs

Hours

Full time

Location

Penn

Description

As a Sous Chef, you will… Communicate with all the team and develop great working relationships with all team members Take responsibility for ensuring standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintain

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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Kitchen Team Leader

Salary

Upto £12.50 per hour + Tips

Location

Holly Bush (Lichfield) , Lichfield , WS14 0QA

Business Area

Kitchen Team Leader

Brand

Chef and Brewer

Hours

Full time

Location

Shenstone

Description

As a Kitchen Team leader, you will…Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectationsMaintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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Kitchen Manager

Salary

£31,000 - £35,000 + Bonus

Location

Horse & Groom (Writtle) , Writtle , CM1 3RU

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Chef and Brewer

Hours

Full time

Location

Chelmsford

Description

As a Kitchen Manager, you will… 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 i

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01/01/0001

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Head Chef

Salary

£28,000 - £31,000 + Bonus

Location

Granary (Dumfries) , Dumfries , DG1 1HN

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Greene King Pubs

Hours

Full time

Location

Dumfries

Description

As a Kitchen Manager, you will… 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 i

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Carol Watson

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Carol Watson
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Head Chef

Salary

£30,000 - £33,000 + Bonus

Location

Sefton Arms (West Derby) , West Derby , L12 7HX

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Greene King Pubs

Hours

Full time

Location

West Derby

Description

As a Kitchen Manager, you will… 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 i

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Caroline  Atkins Apply now Saved
Head Chef

Salary

£31,000 - £35,000 + Bonus

Location

Boathouse (Cambridge) , Cambridge , CB4 3AX

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Greene King Pubs

Hours

Full time

Location

Cambridge

Description

As a Head Chef you will… 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

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Kelly  Batho

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Kelly Batho
Kelly  Batho

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Kelly Batho
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Head Chef

Salary

£32,000 - £36,000 + Bonus

Location

Pen & Parchment (Stratford-upon-Avon) , Stratford-Upon-Avon , CV37 6YY

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Greene King Pubs

Hours

Full time

Location

Stratford-upon-Avon

Description

As Head Chef, you will… 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

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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Chef

Salary

Upto £12.50 per hour

Location

White Horse (Reading) , Emmer Green , RG4 8SD

Business Area

Kitchen Team Leader

Brand

Greene King Pubs

Hours

Full time

Location

Reading

Description

As a Chef, you will…Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectationsMaintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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Kitchen Team Leader

Salary

Upto £12.50 per hour

Location

Hillfield Farm (Solihull) , Shirley , B90 4GT

Business Area

Kitchen Team Leader

Brand

Farmhouse Inns

Hours

Full time

Location

Shirley

Description

As a Kitchen Team leader, you will…Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectationsMaintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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Head Chef

Salary

£34,000 - £38,000 + Bonus

Location

Hartwood Hall (Chorley) , Chorley , PR6 7AX

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Pub and Grill

Hours

Full time

Location

Chorley

Description

As a Kitchen Manager, you will… 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 i

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Carol Watson

Author

Carol Watson
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Head Chef

Salary

£32,000 - £36,000 + Bonus

Location

Mulberry (Goring-By-Sea) , Goring-By-Sea , BN12 4NX

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Flaming Grill

Hours

Full time

Location

Worthing

Description

As a Kitchen Manager, you will… 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 i

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

Ellie  Burrows

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Ellie Burrows
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Kitchen Team Leader

Salary

Upto £13.00 per hour + Tips

Location

Horse & Groom (Writtle) , Writtle , CM1 3RU

Business Area

Kitchen Team Leader

Brand

Chef and Brewer

Hours

Full time

Location

Chelmsford

Description

As a Kitchen Team leader, you will…Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectationsMaintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety

Reference

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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A Day in the Life of a Head Chef...

You’re hot on hygiene with plenty of experience leading kitchen team members as they make and serve orders to meet the high standards of hungry customers. Now, join the Greene King team for a rewarding leadership career with one of Britain’s best-loved hospitality brands.


A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A Head Chef...

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How much does a head chef earn?

In the UK, the salary for head chefs varies significantly based on the establishment, location, and experience.

What qualifications does a head chef need?

While talent and experience are often paramount, specific qualifications can benefit aspiring head chefs in the UK:


1. Formal Culinary Training: Many head chefs have diplomas or degrees from culinary institutes or colleges.
2. NVQs/SVQs: Qualifications in Professional Cookery, which can be levels 1-3, are beneficial.
3. Apprenticeships: Completing a chef apprenticeship can provide invaluable hands-on experience.
4. Advanced Diplomas: Advanced diplomas in culinary arts can be advantageous for those aiming for high-end establishments.
5. Experience: Several years of kitchen experience, progressing through various roles, is usually required..

What is the highest rank of chef?

The title for the most senior chef will probably change depending on which kitchen you step into. Here at Greene King, it's our Head Chefs and Kitchen Managers who keep the kitchen's heartbeat steady and the flavours dancing!

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