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Head Chef

United Kingdom, London 50000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted March 25, 2026
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We are specialists in- house staff dining that tops the high street, hospitality and corporate fine dining for any and every occasion, and front-of-house services that create a lasting first impression. We don’t offer a one-size-fits-all service solution, our services go beyond expectations and are crafted to suit every individual client. What’s more, we take the health of our customer to heart and our ideas take delicious food and drink to the next level. With our clients’ wellbeing objectives as our steer, we create a buzzing and social experience that sustains, motivates and supports in achieving a happy and healthy workforce. It is a proven approach, with our delighted clients ranging from financial institutions and media companies, to stunning conference venues and high- tech workspaces. We take having fun very seriously! Outside of work we encourage every member of staff to join in our regular charity evenings, quiz nights and sports events (as long as they let us win!). not to mention our legendary Christmas parties. We fully embrace the philosophy of work hard and play harder. We embrace the diversity and individuality of all of our employees, allowing them to reach their full potential and help our team to grow stronger.

Job Responsibility

  • Overall management of the kitchen operation reporting into the Executive Chef and working closely with the Chef Director
  • Manage 6 Sous Chefs and wider kitchen team of 23
  • To prepare and oversee all preparation of food to the highest standard
  • To ensure that all appropriate ingredients are available for the menus
  • To develop and plan menus that are in line with client and customer expectations
  • To be creative when menu planning and including the client and customers
  • Pride yourself on food quality and hygiene standard
  • Provide feedback and coaching on performance
  • To ensure that the kitchen team have completed up to date COSSH and Food Hygiene training

Requirements

  • Previous experience managing a large team in a fast paced environment providing fresh food daily
  • Passion for providing creative, fresh food menus daily, aware of current food trends in London
  • Previous experience in contract catering would be advantageous

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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