Chef

greene king; Ely, Hitchin, Uckfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in the UK is seeking a passionate Chef to join their kitchen team. You will prepare and present food while upholding hygiene standards in a busy environment. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure and enjoys working collaboratively to deliver exceptional meals. Career development opportunities along with competitive salary and various employee discounts are also offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development training

33% discount on all brands

50% discount at Greene King Inns

Refer a friend bonus

Wagestream

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Communicate clearly with your team to provide high-quality meals.

Responsibilities

• Work under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Deliver tasty and well-presented meals to customers.
• Learn new skills and assist in different kitchen areas.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Cooking presentation skills

Hygiene and safety regulation knowledge

Job description

As a Chef, 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 during a fast‑paced service, you’ll soon become an invaluable member of the kitchen team.

Company Description

We’re called Venture Hotels for a reason: We’re pioneers! And we thrive on originality. As Greene King’s ventures arm, we’re here to push boundaries. And we’re driven by a team that sees every day as an opportunity to go beyond the ordinary. The result: hotels with a unique sense of place that locals can feel proud of.

Additional Information

We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why…

You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:

• The chance to further your career across our well‑known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well‑being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them!
• Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more…

Qualifications

As a Chef, you will…

• Prepare, cook, and present food that meets specs and customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors.
• Communicate clearly with your team in order to provide high‑quality meals to customers on time.
• Keep up to date with new products, menus, and promotions.

What you’ll bring to the kitchen:

• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen and pull together as a team when needed.
• A passion for delivering tasty and well‑presented meals to customers each and every time.
• Willingness to get stuck in, learn new skills and help out in different areas of the kitchen when needed.