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Head Chef | Up to £55,000 per annum Are you an experienced Head Chef looking to lead a premium hospitality operation where quality, innovation and exceptional service are at the heart of everything you do? We're looking for a passionate and commercially minded Head Chef to lead a talented kitchen team within a prestigious corporate environment. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of multiple food outlets, create exceptional dining experiences, and drive culinary excellence in a modern, high-profile workplace. The Role As Head Chef, you will take overall responsibility for the food production operation, ensuring consistently high standards across restaurant and coffee bar services, hospitality, and VIP events. You'll lead, develop and inspire your team while maintaining exceptional food quality, operational efficiency and financial performance. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing innovative menus while delivering outstanding customer experiences.
Job Responsibility
Lead and manage all day-to-day kitchen operations
Develop seasonal and innovative menus, including costings and planning
Deliver exceptional food quality across all food service areas
Oversee exclusive hospitality and VIP events
Inspire, mentor and develop a high-performing kitchen team
Manage recruitment, training and succession planning within the department
Ensure food purchasing, stock control and GP targets are effectively managed
Drive continuous improvements across food quality, service standards and operational performance
Maintain the highest standards of food safety, health & safety and compliance
Build strong relationships with stakeholders and contribute to the overall success of the operation
Requirements
Previous experience as a Head Chef within contract catering or a premium hospitality environment
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
Experience managing large-scale food operations and delivering consistently high standards
Excellent commercial awareness, including budgeting, labour management and GP control
Experience creating menus and delivering premium hospitality
A passion for fresh food, innovation and customer service
Strong organisational and communication skills
Nice to have
NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent)
Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification
What we offer
Free meals
Free on-site gym
Discounted Event tickets
Electric vehicle charging points
Contributory pension scheme
Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families