Head Chef Jobs: Find Your Ideal Head Chef Job Today
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!
Latest Head Chef Jobs
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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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Kelly BathoAuthor
Kelly BathoSalary
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Thomas NewellAuthor
Thomas NewellSalary
£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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Thomas NewellAuthor
Thomas NewellSalary
£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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Thomas NewellAuthor
Thomas NewellSalary
£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
VA/243370
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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
Reference
VA/243368
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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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