Head Chef

SALARY. £50,000 - £53,000 Plus bonus

Ready to lead a kitchen that never stands still?

If you thrive on volume, love delivering brilliant food and know how to bring the best out of a team, we have an incredible opportunity for you!

The iconic Anchor, Bankside is looking for an ambitious, commercially minded Kitchen Manager to take the lead in one of our standout London pub locations.

This is no ordinary kitchen management role. It's an opportunity to lead a high-performing operation, make a real commercial impact and deliver fantastic food experiences in a buzzing London riverside pub.

What's the opportunity?

You'll take ownership of the kitchen, setting the standard for food quality, consistency and pace while creating a positive, high-energy environment where your team can thrive.

From busy service periods to developing your people, managing costs and driving sales, you'll have the opportunity to make your mark on a kitchen where no two days are the same.

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.

As a Head Chef, you’ll make sure everything in the kitchen runs smoothly during a busy service. You’ll know how to get the best out of your team by encouraging and supporting them to work well together, ensuring every dish served is of the highest standards.

What we're looking for

• A proven leader who knows how to motivate, develop and inspire a kitchen team.

• A high-volume operator who stays calm under pressure and leads from the front when service gets busy.

• Commercially switched on , with a strong understanding of GP, labour, stock control, waste and kitchen profitability.

• Passionate about great food , delivering quality and consistency with every plate.

• Serious about standards , with food safety, hygiene and compliance always front of mind.

• A team player who works closely with the General Manager to drive the overall success of the pub.

What's in it for you?

• £50,000–£53,000 salary , plus bonus.

• The chance to lead a flagship pub kitchen with significant food sales.

• A high-profile role where your leadership and commercial impact really matter.

• The opportunity to build, develop and shape a great kitchen team.

• A fast-paced, rewarding environment in the heart of London.#LI-CA1