Chef

greene king; Virginia Water, King's Lynn, Bicester, Perth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established pub group in Virginia Water is seeking a passionate Chef to join their kitchen team. You will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes while maintaining safety and hygiene standards. Ideal candidates are team-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position offers opportunities for career growth, competitive salary, and employee discounts on food and drinks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension contribution

33% discount on food and drinks

Employee assistance program

Discounts on hotels

Refer a friend bonuses

Wagestream access

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing, cooking, and presenting food.
• Understanding of hygiene and safety regulations.
• Clear communication skills for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food to specs.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and safety.
• Communicate with team to meet meal deadlines.
• Stay updated on new products and promotions.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Passion for cooking

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 Chef & Brewer, a collection of unique country-style pubs set in beautiful locations across the country which are welcome escapes for our customers, that feel like a home away from home. Our relaxed pubs with beautifully decorated interiors, seriously good pub food and expertly chosen drinks ranges are the perfect places for our customers to enjoy any occasion.

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 in different areas of the kitchen when needed.