Retail and Hospitality Head Chef Job at 14forty (London)

Retail Head Chef

We're looking for a passionate Head Chef to join the innovative team at NEC Birm...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

35000.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience managing a high-volume kitchen in a retail environment
Previous experience adhering to safety policies and procedures
Ability to think on your feet and adapt to whatever challenges arise
Has an awareness of commercial drivers
A keen eye for detail and consistent desire to uphold high standards
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Passion for guest experience and service excellence
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Job Responsibility

Leading on building efficient and commercially viable labour plans and food and beverage orders for large-scale events using key sales insights
Managing budgets, labour, and stock control to ensure high-quality and cost-effective menu solutions
Supporting with continued business improvements and profitability
Maintaining SOP standards in the operational area
Leading on delivering all health & safety and food safety standards
Championing the Levy brand standards and delivering an outstanding guest experience
Monitoring guest feedback and implementing improvements to enhance overall service level
Acting as a role model for the team, supporting training and development
Acting as duty manager, allocating kitchen duties and responsibilities to all culinary team members and providing on shift support to colleagues
Supporting with relevant event and kitchen roles in the business / venues including Support Chef, FPA or Kitchen Assistant

What we offer

Healthcare
Wellbeing support
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Life assurance
Meals on duty
Birthday off
Holiday purchase scheme
Aviva Digicare
Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Fulltime

Head Chef

As Head Chef at the RDS, you will lead the culinary vision and day-to-day food o...

Location

Ireland , Dublin

Salary:

Not provided

Levy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Executive Chef within a large-scale, high-volume environment
Strong background in banqueting, conferences or complex event catering
Exceptional leadership and people-management skills
Strong commercial acumen with proven cost and margin control
In-depth knowledge of food safety, HACCP and compliance

Job Responsibility

Lead the overall culinary direction for RDS in line with Levy standards and brand values
Develop menus that are innovative, commercially sound and operationally scalable for large-volume events
Drive continuous improvement, creativity and food innovation across all offers
Oversee all kitchen operations across conferences, banquets, exhibitions, retail and premium hospitality
Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality food, presentation and service at scale
Plan and resource kitchens effectively to meet fluctuating event demands
Lead, motivate and develop a large culinary team, including Sous Chefs, Chef de Parties and kitchen support teams
Build a strong talent pipeline through training, mentoring and succession planning
Foster a positive, inclusive and high-performance kitchen culture
Full accountability for food costs, gross profit, labour and stock management

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits package
Clear opportunities for development and progression within Compass Group

Fulltime

Executive Chef

We are seeking an exceptional Executive Head Chef to lead the complete catering ...

Location

United Kingdom , Bristol

Salary:

40319.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as an Executive Head Chef or Senior Head Chef within multi‑outlet catering
Strong leadership skills with experience building and developing high‑performing teams
A passion for food, customer service, and maintaining exceptional standards
Confident managing both BOH & FOH, hospitality service, and supporting retail cafés
Strong financial awareness with a track record of meeting budgets and performance targets
Well‑organised, adaptable, and able to thrive under pressure
IT literate with excellent communication skills
Full Driving Licence
5 Years UK Residency Required

Job Responsibility

Lead daily BOH & FOH operations across restaurants, kitchens, hospitality, and occasionally retail cafés
Deliver high‑quality food production and presentation in line with company standards and client expectations
Ensure full compliance with Food Safety, Health & Safety, and all statutory procedures
Maintain spotless kitchen environments, safe equipment, and accurate food safety documentation
Oversee ordering, stock control, waste reduction, and budget adherence
Take full responsibility for hospitality services — menu planning, costing, and delivering exceptional events
Develop, mentor, and inspire your team to reach their full potential, including apprentices and trainees
Manage rotas, labour planning, and team performance to support operational success
Implement and promote menu cycles and continuous improvement initiatives
Role model the ESS Way values and Compass DNA behaviours at all times

What we offer

Free meals
Onsite free car parking
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

Fulltime

Retail Sous Chef

Calling all culinary connoisseurs that are OBSESSED about food, we need you! If ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

42000.00 GBP / Year

Baxter Storey

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience working as a Sous Chef or similar role
Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Job Responsibility

Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef
ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all time
Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensuring cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
Team Collaboration – communicate positively and effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
Coaching of junior chefs to support development
Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order

What we offer

28 Days holiday including bank holidays
Plus your birthday off
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
Secondary carer leave
Wedding/commitment day leave
Free meals on shift
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels

Fulltime

Retail Sous Chef

Calling all culinary connoisseurs that are OBSESSED about food, we need you! If ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

42000.00 GBP / Year

Baxter Storey

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience working as a Sous Chef or similar role
Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Job Responsibility

Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef
ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all time
Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensuring cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
Team Collaboration – communicate positively and effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
Coaching of junior chefs to support development
Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order

What we offer

28 Days holiday including bank holidays
Plus your birthday off
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
Secondary carer leave
Wedding/commitment day leave
Free meals on shift
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels

Fulltime

Retail Sous Chef

Calling all culinary connoisseurs that are OBSESSED about food, we need you! If ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

42000.00 GBP / Year

Baxter Storey

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience working as a Sous Chef or similar role
Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Job Responsibility

Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head chef
ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all time
Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensuring cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
Team Collaboration – communicate positively and effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
Coaching of junior chefs to support development
Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order

What we offer

28 Days holiday including bank holidays
Plus your birthday off
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
Secondary carer leave
Wedding/commitment day leave
Free meals on shift
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels

Fulltime

Catering Head Chef

At Vacherin we celebrate diversity and embrace individuality. We genuinely like ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

51101.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

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

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

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

Fulltime

Assistant Restaurant Manager

We are looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our amazing Retail te...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

38000.00 GBP / Year

The Clockspire

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience working within an Assistant Manager role within a Restaurant (whether in contract catering, or a restaurant/coffee shop environment)
Ability to work within a big team, and motivate and lead from the front
Have a keen interest and passion in all things food and beverage
Excellent level of both written and spoken English
Displaying a ‘can do’ attitude
Organisational skills and ability to plan ahead
Exceptional customer service and ability to handle any customer feedbacks with empathy and understanding, with a proactive solution
Comfortable with using Microsoft office applications including SharePoint, Forms, OneDrive, Outlook etc.
Ability to work under pressure with constantly changing priorities
Analytical approach to problem solving

Job Responsibility

Working closely with the the Restaurant Manager and Head of Retail to oversee operations, supervising staff, ensuring excellent customer service and being a brand ambassador for the department
Deputise in their absence, assisting with rotas and holiday planning
Assist with effectively motivating and lead a team of 22 - leading by example, and ensuring they are adequately trained as necessary
Be visible at service times and control / manage customer flow, overseeing and coordinating the operation
Have a keen interest in food and beverage, and have the drive to innovate and upsell our current F&B offering
Manages day-to-day operations of the Restaurant, so that customer expectations of quality and standards are met daily, including ensuring all tills and menus/digital screens are up to date and correct
Ensure all staff are briefed and in place for service, monitoring their customer service along with standards required, and handle customer complaints with Restaurant Manager and resolve issues, respond in a timely manner in accordance with company KPIs
Oversee the day-to-day operations of 2 of our coffee bars, and be able to support our Head Barista where necessary
Assist in producing weekly, monthly and quarterly reports on service analysis and marketing effectiveness as required
Support with ensuring all legal compliance with regards to health and safety, in particular, liaising with our Retail Chef's to ensure all of our allergen documentation is correct for service

What we offer

28 Days holiday including bank holidays
Plus your birthday off
Food allowance to use whilst on shift, to ensure you are well nourished during the working day
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 weeks' enhanced maternity leave
Secondary carer leave
Wedding/commitment day leave
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels

Fulltime

Retail and Hospitality Head Chef

14forty

Location:
United Kingdom , London

Category:
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Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
March 25, 2026

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