Head Chef - Brewers Fayre

Overview

We're currently recruiting in our Chafford Hundred Brewers Fayre. Working 30 hours per week, paying up to £14.41 per hour. Head Chef

Come and be a Head Chef at Brewers Fayre in Chafford Hundred. Take the next step in your managerial career by working closely with our Kitchen Manager in leading our kitchen team to prepare, cook and serve our mouth-watering meals. Immediate start, catering experience needed.

Location:

Chafford Hundred Brewers Fayre, Fleming Road, Unicorn Estate, Chafford Hundred, Grays, RM16 6YJ

Join our team at Chafford Hundred Brewers Fayre as a Head Chef, as part of the kitchen team cooking the dishes our guests love. Use your passion for food to move your career forward and be part of the UK’s leading hospitality business, Whitbread.

• Lead and work with the Kitchen Manager to supervise and develop kitchen staff
• Prepare, cook and present meals to meet our guests’ expectations
• Ensure consistent quality, portion control and allergen awareness
• Maintain food safety, hygiene standards and cleanliness in line with company policy
• Collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service

Contract type:
Permanent – we don’t do zero hours contracts

Hours:

30 hours per week across 5 days – evenings and weekends included

Pay rate:
Up to £14.41 per hour

• Training and support:
  We’ve got user-friendly equipment and training that’ll give you a career path in our kitchens and beyond
• Whitbread Benefits card:
  Up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms and 25% off meals in Whitbread Restaurants
• Pension and saving schemes:
  Company pension and Save As You Earn scheme
• Discounts:
  Money off shops, utilities, travel, cinema, supermarkets, and more
• Have a meal on us: A £40 voucher to spend in our restaurant when you join

We believe everyone is unique and there should be no barriers to entry. We are committed to being an inclusive organisation that values diversity and welcomes your application whatever your background or situation. Under-represented groups (women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ community members) are strongly encouraged to apply. Speak to us about workplace adjustments, part-time and flexible working. Where possible we will support this.

Job :

Advertised: 22 Jan 2026