Chef

greene king; King's Lynn, Bicester, Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known pub company in King's Lynn is seeking a passionate Chef to join their kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality meals that delight customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to food safety and hygiene, possess excellent communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join the team and enjoy perks such as employee discounts and training opportunities.

Benefits

Discount of 33% for you and 15% for loved ones

Free employee assistance program

Discount of 50% at hotels

Refer a friend bonus up to £1,500

Access wages before payday

Retail discounts with various companies

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing, cooking, and presenting food.
• Knowledge of hygiene levels and safety regulations in a kitchen.
• Ability to keep pace during busy service periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food that meets customer expectations.
• Maintain hygiene and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Communicate with team to deliver meals on time.
• Stay updated with new products and promotions.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Passion for food

Communication

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 Greene King pubs, where we have always been the beacon for communities, wherever people want to come together. Our collection of community pubs are the heart and soul of the local area around them, helmed by a local hero and crewed by a team always ready with your favourite tipple. Our pubs embody the true meaning of a local pub, acting as a central hub where locals can enjoy one of our events, a feast of lovingly cooked food or a quick catch up with friends over a drink.

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.