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Head Chef – ESS (St George’s Barracks, North Luffenham). Lead from the front in a well-established catering operation serving up to 50 service personnel each day. Manage and motivate a dedicated team of 11, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals across all daily services. Responsible for menu planning, food preparation, and supporting special events, all while maintaining the highest standards of quality, hygiene, and presentation. This role requires a hands-on leader who can inspire the team and maintain smooth kitchen operations.
Job Responsibility:
Lead, support, and develop a team of 11 kitchen staff
Prepare, cook, and present a variety of fresh, high-quality dishes to a consistently high standard
Maintain excellent food hygiene, health, and safety practices at all times
Manage stock levels, ordering, and cost control
Ensure smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen, including rotas and service delivery
Engage positively with service personnel to ensure exceptional dining experiences
Menu planning, food preparation, and supporting special events
Requirements:
Proven experience in a similar chef role (essential)
Relevant catering qualifications (desirable but not essential)
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Adaptable, creative, and committed to delivering high-quality, seasonal dishes
Flexible and proactive in supporting business and operational needs
Nice to have:
Relevant catering qualifications
What we offer:
Free meal provided on shift
Uniform supplied
Access to on-site facilities
Opportunities for overtime during functions and events
A supportive, professional working environment
Contributory pension scheme
Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits
Exclusive travel discounts
Discounts on food shop
Up to 44% off cinema tickets
Cash rewards
Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
Share discounts and offers with friends and families