Head Chef Jobs

Head Chef

Head Chef role at Megan's by the Green, Parson's Green, part of an independently...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

46000.00 - 52000.00 GBP / Year

Megan's by the Green

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience running a premium, fresh-food kitchen
Previous role as Head Chef or Kitchen Manager in a restaurant or gastro pub
Passionate and hands-on
Knowledge of great flavours and great margins
Ability to lead, coach and develop a team
Ability to keep calm in a busy kitchen

Job Responsibility

Run a joyful, high-energy kitchen
Lead the team, coaching and developing
Ensure seamless service
Work with fresh food made daily in the restaurant

What we offer

50% off when dining
Team socials
Access to Employee Assistance Programme 'Hospitality Action' including mental health sessions
Early access to wages through Stream
Long service celebrations (weekends away)
Free food & drinks on every shift
Pension contributions
28 days holiday
Ongoing training & progression opportunities
Involvement in new openings

Fulltime

Head Chef

At Barons Pubs we are keen that our Head Chefs are able to enjoy a work/life bal...

Location

United Kingdom , Woking

Salary:

47000.00 GBP / Year

Barons Pub Company Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

You will drive standards and develop and motivate your kitchen staff
You will lead from the front, running smooth service sessions
You will manage effective kitchen controls to achieve good gross profit, efficient ordering and stock control, as well as driving excellent compliance and standards in health, hygiene and food safety
We are looking for a motivated Head Chef who will not only join the management team of the Pub but also the bigger Chef community within Barons
attending training workshops and team meetings
together with the front of house team, it is your job to ensure that the customer’s expectations are met every time

Job Responsibility

ensuring your kitchen team delivers meals to tight specifications

What we offer

A company culture to get excited about – empathetic and supportive, personal development plans, having a voice, and a focus on you having a work/life balance
Flexible shift patterns to ensure a good work life balance
Excellent training through the courses offered via the Barons Academy, including achieving a L4 Management Diploma, L3 Health & Safety and L3 Food Safety, First Aid, Training Skills
Team building events, inspiring industry days out, trips to vineyards and breweries and annual staff parties
Long-service gifts and treats
Meals whilst on duty
50% off food when visiting one of our 11 sites
Dedicated resources at each site to support with your total Health and Wellbeing
Refer a Chef incentive
We offer Wagestream - access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it and shopping discounts and perks

Fulltime

Head Chef

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to help us create exceptional ...

Location

Republic of Ireland , Kildare

Salary:

50000.00 EUR / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive
Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
Have experience in a similar Head Chef role
Strive for excellence in an enthusiastic and motivated manner
Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
Have a desire to succeed in your role
Possess the ability to work under pressure
Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
Have a safety-first mind set
Passionate about food

Job Responsibility

Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
Identifying opportunities to improve our food service
Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported
Delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers
Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
Ordering food, looking after stock control and controlling food waste
Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
Managing budgets and successfully meeting financial targets
Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
Complying with Health & Safety regulations

What we offer

Chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate
Joining a supportive network of incredible individuals
Dedicated to investing in every colleague
Equal opportunity employer
Celebrating diversity
Committed to building an inclusive environment for all our colleagues

Fulltime

Temporary Relief School Head Chef

This is your opportunity to take charge of busy school kitchens, lead a team, po...

Location

United Kingdom , Liss

Salary:

21.88 GBP / Hour

Levy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Head chef-level experience or equivalent senior kitchen experience
Proven leadership and team management skills
Exceptional organisation, stock, and budget management abilities
Passion for delivering amazing food and maintaining impeccable hygiene
Over 18 years old
Enhanced DBS preferred

Job Responsibility

Lead, motivate, and mentor a small team, creating a high-performing kitchen culture
Plan, prepare, and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals that exceed expectations
Take charge of stock management, ordering, and cost control
Maintain top-tier hygiene, safety, and compliance standards
Innovate menus and introduce creative dishes that excite students and staff alike

What we offer

Competitive salary reflecting your experience and responsibility
A supportive, professional environment with real career progression
Compass Exclusive Benefits for our staff
Lifestyle Benefits “Perks” Platform to make your life easier and more enjoyable
Health & Wellbeing Support Programmes, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Access to training, development programs, and recognition schemes

Parttime

Head Pastry Chef

Cliveden’s story is one of over 350 years of powerful personalities, debaucherou...

Location

United Kingdom , Maidenhead

Salary:

Not provided

Cliveden House

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

To take ownership for the Pastry area
To show passion and pride in designing new dessert ideas with the Executive Chef
To be confident in liaising with the Executive Chef with reference to possible improvements/difficulties in your section
To be passionate and prepare any training that you feel is necessary for your team to improve and develop
To assist the Executive Chef during service for timing and progress of all dishes
To be passionate in assist with the training, induction and development of the kitchen brigade
To control wastage and to help maintain food costs
To be confident in ensuring that in the preparation and presentation of food, the highest standards are maintained at all times
To keep both the Head Chef and the Head Pastry Chef appraised of any problems within the Kitchen using your integrity. These would include staff, Health & Safety, equipment, and any other areas connected with the Kitchen organisation
To assist as directed with the operation of various sections within the Kitchen

Job Responsibility

To ensure that all food preparation and dishes are made to the standard laid by the Company and responsible for day to day management of the Pastry team

What we offer

Competitive Salary
£7,700 estimated annual Tronc (non-contractual)
29 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
Regular team gatherings and appreciation events
Complimentary team meals
Uniform provided
Staff accommodation available if required
Exclusive team rates and friends & family rates at our Iconic Luxury Hotels, Relais & Chateaux properties worldwide, and London & Regional properties worldwide
Discounts on all food & beverage offerings including the Cookery School at Chewton Glen
Discounts on spa treatments and products

Fulltime

Head Pastry Chef

Join an iconic Australian restaurant group. Following the success of the Flinder...

Location

Australia , Sydney

Salary:

Not provided

Batard

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience as a Pastry Head Chef, Senior Sous chef in an a-la-carte restaurant
Display creativity and a passion for all things pastry
Exemplary leadership skills with focus on staff development
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships
A proactive, problem-solving attitude with commitment to continuous learning
Strong organisational skills and the ability to remain composed in high-pressure and fast-paced service periods
Qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Availability to work a rotating roster including weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts

Job Responsibility

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen
Assist with menu development and management of cost for your area
Lead, motivate and supervise the team while ensuring quality and consistency

What we offer

Competitive salaries
Generous discounts in our venues
Development opportunities to support and grow your career
Tailored training approach
Access to an array of career-changing opportunities
Inclusive, inspiring and grounded in respect culture

Fulltime

Head Chef

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to help us create exceptional ...

Location

United Kingdom , Dunstable

Salary:

16.50 GBP / Hour

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
Have experience in a similar Head Chef role
Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
Possess the ability to work under pressure
Have a safety-first mind set

Job Responsibility

Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
Identifying opportunities to improve our food service
Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported
Delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers
Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
Ordering food, looking after stock control and controlling food waste
Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
Managing budgets and successfully meeting financial targets
Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
Complying with Health & Safety regulations

What we offer

Great operational training and development
Life assurance scheme
Personal Development and Training opportunities
A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Regular social events and communication with our leaders
A holiday purchase scheme
Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Fulltime

Head Chef

You will be leading an established kitchen team overseeing the preparation of la...

Location

United Kingdom , Rutherglen

Salary:

15.20 GBP / Hour

Advinia Healthcare

Expiration Date

January 01, 2026

Requirements

GCSE or equivalent English
Catering Diploma (City & Guilds/BTEC) and Health & Safety and Food Hygiene Certificates
City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 (or equivalent) Basic Food Preparation Cooking
Basic Food Hygiene (essential)
Intermediate Food hygiene (desirable)
Previous experience in a similar environment
Management/Supervisory Qualification
Previous experience in delivering a service en masse
Menu Planning, costing, ordering, stock control and budget experience

Job Responsibility

Coordinating the day-to-day management of the catering team to run an efficient food production service
Ensuring that the catering service meets the nutritional and dietary needs of the service users
Ensuring the catering service provides meals to Residents, Staff and Visitors in accordance with the Company policies and procedures
Taking the lead in the production of a menu plan, providing a varied diet within budgetary restraints
Ensuring that any maintenance and servicing of catering equipment or the environment is reported to Maintenance Manager
Seek feedback- Resident Surveys
Responding to any reported complaints or incidents, assisting with investigation and referring any unresolved complaints
Responsible for stock management( Four Weekly) and equipment in the production areas, reporting issues or concerns
Managing efficient staff rotas, plan agency and overtime cover and ensure absences are covered within agreed budgets
Assisting in the completion of monthly audits of the catering provision to ensure standards are maintained

What we offer

5.6 weeks Annual Leave inclusive of Bank Holidays pro rata per hours worked
Free parking
Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance
Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals
Pension contribution to secure your future.(Optional)
retail discounts
special offers

Fulltime

Head Chef

BEEFEATER

Location:
United Kingdom , London

Category:
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Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
December 24, 2025

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