Chef

greene king; King's Lynn, Bicester, Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular UK restaurant chain is looking for a passionate Chef to join the kitchen team. You will prepare, cook, and present delicious dishes while maintaining the highest levels of hygiene and safety. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves working as part of a team. The position comes with opportunities for career development and significant discounts on food and drink for you and your loved ones.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33% discount for employees

50% discount at hotels

Access to training and development

Employee assistance program

Retail discounts

Referral bonus up to £1,500

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen or culinary environment.
• Ability to maintain high hygiene and safety standards.
• Effective communication skills with team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food to specifications.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene levels and safety regulations.
• Communicate effectively to ensure meals are delivered on time.
• Stay updated on new products and menus.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Passion for food presentation

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

Join us at Pub & Grill, where we combine the warm welcome of a cosy pub with the style and quality standards of a restaurant. Though our grill may be the star of the show, our kitchens serve up a great range of comforting classics and healthy options too. Whether stopping for a swift drink, a working lunch or a 3-course evening meal – everyone receives a warm Pub & Grill welcome when they visit us.

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.