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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

Head Chef

Salary

£33,000 - £37,000 + Bonus

Location

Newnham Court Inn (Maidstone) , Maidstone , ME14 5LH

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Pub and Grill

Hours

Full time

Location

Kent

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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Kitchen Team Leader

Salary

Upto £13.00 per hour

Location

Cherry Tree Farm (Willington) , Willington , DE65 6DX

Business Area

Kitchen Team Leader

Brand

Farmhouse Inns

Hours

Full time

Location

Derby

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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Head Chef

Salary

£30,500 - £33,500 + Bonus

Location

Chase Hotel (Nuneaton) , Nuneaton , CV11 6AG

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Flaming Grill

Hours

Full time

Location

Nuneaton

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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Head Chef

Salary

£30,000 - £34,000 + Bonus

Location

Roebuck (Bilsborrow) , Bilsborrow , PR3 0RE

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Chef and Brewer

Hours

Full time

Location

Preston

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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Head Chef

Salary

£32,000 - £34,000 + Bonus

Location

Oxon Priory (Shrewsbury) , Shelton , SY3 8DL

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Pub and Grill

Hours

Full time

Location

Shrewsbury

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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Thomas Newell
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Head Chef

Salary

£35,000 - £39,000 + Bonus

Location

Brindley Farm (Stoke-on-Trent) , Etruria Valley , ST1 5GP

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Farmhouse Inns

Hours

Full time

Location

Stoke-on-Trent

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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Thomas Newell
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Chef Apprentice

Salary

£195 - 345 per week

Location

White Horse (Headington), OX3 7SP

Business Area

Bar and waiting Apprenticeships

Brand

Hungry Horse

Hours

Full time

Description

As a Chef apprentice, 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 dur

Reference

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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Kitchen Team Leader

Salary

Upto £12.00 per hour

Location

Hillfield Farm (Solihull) , Shirley , B90 4GT

Business Area

Kitchen Team Leader

Brand

Farmhouse Inns

Hours

Full time

Location

Solihull

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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Apprentice Chef

Salary

£195 - 375 per week

Location

Hawthorne Farm (Yeadon), LS19 7FT

Business Area

Chef Apprenticeships

Brand

Farmhouse Inns

Hours

Full time

Description

As a Chef apprentice, 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 dur

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01/01/0001

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Kitchen Team Leader

Salary

Upto £12.00 per hour

Location

Mount Radford (Exeter) , Exeter , EX2 4TA

Business Area

Kitchen Team Leader

Brand

Greene King Pubs

Hours

Full time

Location

Exeter

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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Kitchen Team Leader

Salary

Upto £13.50 per hour

Location

Oystercatcher (Penarth) , Penarth , CF64 1SB

Business Area

Kitchen Team Leader

Brand

Hungry Horse

Hours

Full time

Location

Cardiff

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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Kitchen Team Leader

Salary

Upto £13.00 per hour

Location

Longs Arms (Trowbridge) , Trowbridge , BA14 6AB

Business Area

Kitchen Team Leader

Brand

Hungry Horse

Hours

Full time

Location

Trowbridge

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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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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