Head Chef Jobs: Find Your Ideal Head Chef Job Today
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!
Latest Head Chef Jobs
Salary
Upto £14.00 per hour + Tips
Location
Running Horse Inn (Bewdley),Bewdley,DY12 2QP
Business Area
Kitchen Team Leader
Brand
Chef and Brewer
Hours
Full time
Location
Bewdley
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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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Upto £12.50 per hour
Location
Astronomer (Braintree),Great Notley,CM77 7AH
Business Area
Kitchen Team Leader
Brand
Hungry Horse
Hours
Full time
Location
Braintree
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
£32,000 - £36,000 + Bonus
Location
Star (Congresbury),Congresbury,BS49 5AJ
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Pub and Carvery
Hours
Full time
Location
Congresbury
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Upto £11.50 per hour + Tips
Location
Astronomer (Braintree),Great Notley,CM77 7AH
Business Area
Kitchen Team Leader
Brand
Hungry Horse
Hours
Full time
Location
Braintree
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
£30,000 - £34,000 + Bonus
Location
Ship Inn (Alveston),Alvaston,BS35 3LL
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Chef and Brewer
Hours
Full time
Location
Bristol
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
£31,000 - £35,000 + Bonus
Location
Greyfisher (Salisbury),Salisbury,SP2 8DW
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Flaming Grill
Hours
Full time
Location
Salisbury
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
£30,000 - £34,000 + Bonus
Location
White Horse (Shere),Shere,GU5 9HS
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Chef and Brewer
Hours
Full time
Location
Guildford
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
£30,000 - £33,000 + Bonus
Location
Sussex Yeoman (Goring-By-Sea),Goring-By-Sea,BN12 6JN
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Hungry Horse
Hours
Full time
Location
Goring-by-Sea
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
£31,000 - £35,000 + Bonus
Location
Trents (Chichester),Chichester,PO19 1DS
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Greene King Pubs
Hours
Full time
Location
Chichester
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
£28,000 - £31,000 + Bonus
Location
Prince of Wales (Esher),Esher,KT10 8LA
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Crafted Pubs
Hours
Full time
Location
Esher
Description
As a Sous Chef, you will… Communicate with all the team and develop great working relationships with all team members Take responsibility for ensuring standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintain
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Thomas Newell
Author
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£30,000 - £34,000 + Bonus
Location
White Horse (Abingdon),Abingdon,OX14 5DW
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Greene King Pubs
Hours
Full time
Location
Abingdon
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
£33,000 - £37,000 + Bonus
Location
Fieldhead Hotel (Markfield),Markfield,LE67 9PS
Business Area
Kitchen Manager
Brand
Venture Hotels
Hours
Full time
Location
Markfield
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
Reference
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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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