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
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
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Carol WatsonAuthor
Carol WatsonSalary
£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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Ellie BurrowsAuthor
Ellie BurrowsSalary
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
Salary
Upto £13.50 per hour
Location
Sefton Arms (West Derby) , West Derby , L12 7HX
Business Area
Kitchen Team Leader
Brand
Greene King Pubs
Hours
Full time
Location
Liverpool
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
£35,000 - £39,000 + Bonus
Location
Heathfield Farm (Birkenshaw) , Birkenshaw , BD11 2DP
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Farmhouse Inns
Hours
Full time
Location
United Kingdom
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
Carol WatsonAuthor
Carol WatsonSalary
Upto £12.50 per hour
Location
Carpenters Arms (Camberley) , Camberley , GU15 3PE
Business Area
Kitchen Team Leader
Brand
Greene King Pubs
Hours
Full time
Location
Camberley
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
£26,500 - £39,000 + Bonus + Service Charge
Location
Tulse Hill Hotel (Tulse Hill) , Tulse Hill , SE24 9AY
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Metropolitan Pub Company
Hours
Full time
Location
London
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Thomas Newell
Author
Thomas NewellSalary
£281.25 - 325.00 per week
Location
Twynersh (Chertsey), KT16 9EJ
Business Area
Chef 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
Salary
£32,000 - £36,000 + Bonus
Location
Halcyon (Peterborough) , Peterborough , PE3 9TT
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Hungry Horse
Hours
Full time
Location
Peterborough
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
Kelly BathoAuthor
Kelly BathoSalary
£30,000 - £33,000 + Bonus
Location
Man on the Moon (Ipswich) , Ipswich , IP1 6QX
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Greene King Pubs
Hours
Full time
Location
Ipswich
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
Kelly BathoAuthor
Kelly BathoSalary
£34,000 - £38,000 + Bonus
Location
Greengage (Bury St Edmunds) , Bury St Edmunds , IP32 6DE
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Hungry Horse
Hours
Full time
Location
Bury St Edmunds
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
Kelly BathoAuthor
Kelly BathoA 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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