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

Retail and Hospitality Head Chef

Vacherin are committed to delivering deliciously different experiences, having f...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

50000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Ambitious and experienced head chef who has worked within B&I contract catering or hotels with banqueting
Previous fine dining/Michelin experience
Great communication skills
Strong leadership ability
Passion for creating innovative retail and hospitality offerings on site

Job Responsibility

Managing a team of 7 including senior sous chef, sous chef, chef de parties and kitchen porters
To prepare and oversee all preparation of food to the highest standard
To produce food in a timely fashion to ensure smooth service to the customers
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
Overall responsibility for managing the kitchen team
Provide feedback and coaching on performance
To ensure that the kitchen team have completed up to date COSSH and Food Hygiene training

What we offer

Personal Development and Training opportunities
Life assurance scheme
Pension scheme
Holiday allowance
Eye care
A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
Family friendly support
A holiday purchase scheme
Regular social events and communication with our leaders
Volunteering days

Fulltime

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

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

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

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

Head of Food

Head of Food. Competitive salary + benefits. UK-wide (travel required). Candidat...

Location

United Kingdom , National

Salary:

Not provided

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in a senior culinary leadership role within a multi-site, commercial environment (hospitality, FMCG or retail advantageous)
Strong technical knowledge of food safety, compliance and quality assurance (e.g. HACCP)
Deep understanding of market trends, dietary inclusivity and modern food presentation
A strong chef background with a genuine passion for food, creativity and innovation
Commercially astute, with the ability to balance quality, cost and consistency
Gravitas and credibility to influence clients and senior stakeholders
A track record of building and developing high-performing teams
A strategic, hands-on mindset, comfortable leading change at pace
Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel

Job Responsibility

Set and lead the Dine culinary vision, defining what great looks like across quality, innovation, sustainability and commercial performance
Act as the senior culinary lead across the business, shaping food strategy and influencing key client relationships to drive retention and growth
Develop bold, relevant and commercially viable menus, concepts and recipes that translate seamlessly into operation
Drive consistency and high standards across all sites from tenders and mobilisations through to everyday delivery
Lead food innovation by identifying emerging trends and translating them into scalable, market-leading offers
Build and develop culinary capability, creating strong talent pipelines and future leaders
Act as the culinary face of the business, leading client pitches, presentations and high-profile engagements
Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Operations and Supply Chain to bring food strategy to life and deliver commercial impact

Fulltime

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