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Catering Head Chef

United Kingdom, London 51101.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted March 13, 2026
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At Vacherin we celebrate diversity and embrace individuality. We genuinely like the people we work with, and love coming together to reset , refresh and have fun. We empower our people through togetherness , we give them the chance to shine and unlock their potential, and they fuel our strength and growth. We are looking for a Catering Head Chef to join our team in London. You will oversee a team of 5, preparing food across a salad bar, Grab & Go, hot mains, and a staff restaurant serving an average of 500 covers per day (breakfast and lunch), as well as two pop-ups per week.

Job Responsibility

  • Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation of all dishes across daily service and events
  • Maintain strict food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP compliance)
  • Conduct regular stock takes, manage inventory, and maintain kitchen equipment
  • Monitor food costs, minimise waste, and control the kitchen budget
  • Liaise with suppliers, place orders, and ensure the quality of delivered products
  • Represent the kitchen during client tastings and presentations
  • Collaborate with management on seasonal menu updates and special events
  • Lead the kitchen team, coaching and supporting staff while ensuring up-to-date training and performance feedback
  • Plan and develop menus that delight clients and customers, and manage smooth daily service

Requirements

  • Experience in retail, contract catering, or hotels with banqueting
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • A passion for innovation in food and hospitality

What we offer

  • Personal Development and Training opportunities
  • Life assurance scheme
  • Pension scheme
  • Holiday allowance
  • Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
  • Eye care
  • A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
  • Family friendly support
  • Regular social events and communication with our leaders
  • A holiday purchase scheme
  • Volunteering days
  • Professional subscriptions
  • Recognition schemes and people awards
  • Long service awards
  • Access to some great high street discount vouchers
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