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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

£35,000 to £38,000 + Bonus

Location

Sitwell Arms (Whiston) , Whiston , S60 4HQ

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Greene King Pubs

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

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Head Chef

Salary

£32,000 - £36,000 + Bonus

Location

Rockingham Arms (Wentworth) , Wentworth , S62 7TL

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Greene King Pubs

Hours

Full time

Location

Rotherham

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 orde

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01/01/0001

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Head Chef

Salary

£35,000 to £38,000 + Bonus

Location

Sitwell Arms (Whiston) , Whiston , S60 4HQ

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Greene King Pubs

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

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01/01/0001

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Head Chef

Salary

£30,000 - £34,000 + Bonus

Location

Surrey (St Johns) , St Johns , GU21 8TX

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Flaming Grill

Hours

Full time

Location

Woking

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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Ellie Burrows
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Apprentice Chef

Salary

£295 per week

Location

Mundy Arms (Marlpool), DE75 7LX

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

VA/243999

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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Apprentice Chef

Salary

£188.75 - 188.75 per week

Location

Hay Nook - Maltby, S66 8HZ

Business Area

Chef Apprenticeships

Brand

Greene King

Hours

Full time

Description

Love cooking and want to turn your passion into a career? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Chef to join our kitchen team! No professional experience? No worries—we’ll show you the ropes. A

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Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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Head Chef - Live In

Salary

£30,000 - £34,000 + Bonus

Location

Monkhams (Buckhurst Hill) , Buckhurst Hill , IG9 6HY

Business Area

Kitchen Manager

Brand

Greene King Pubs

Hours

Full time

Location

Buckhurst Hill

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 orde

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01/01/0001

Ellie  Burrows

Author

Ellie Burrows
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Kitchen Team Leader

Salary

Upto £12.00 per hour + Tips

Location

George Abbot (Guildford) , Guildford , GU2 4AB

Business Area

Kitchen Team Leader

Brand

Greene King Pubs

Hours

Part time

Location

Guildford

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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01/01/0001

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Apprentice Chef

Salary

£217.50 - 287.50 per week

Location

Cross Keys (Slyne), LA2 6AU

Business Area

Chef Apprenticeships

Brand

Chef and Brewer

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/243981

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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Apprentice Chef

Salary

£420 per week

Location

Mill House (Stretton), DE13 0LA

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

VA/243980

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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Bar and Waiting Apprentice

Salary

£226.50 - 366.30 per week

Location

Bell (Shottery), CV37 9HD

Business Area

Bar and waiting Apprenticeships

Brand

Greene King

Hours

Full time

Description

Bar and waiting apprentice As a bar and waiting apprentice, you will be key to creating unforgettable moments for customers, whether you’re putting a smile on customers’ faces or recommending meals of

Reference

VA/243841

Expiry Date

01/01/0001

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Bar and Waiting Apprentice

Salary

£188.75 - 305.25 per week

Location

Boot & Slipper (Amersham), HP6 5JN

Business Area

Bar and waiting Apprenticeships

Brand

Chef and Brewer

Hours

Full time

Description

As a bar and waiting apprentice, you will be key to creating unforgettable moments for customers, whether you’re putting a smile on customers’ faces or recommending meals off the menu. You’ll be joini

Reference

VA/243492

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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