Head Chef, £48,000 – £50,000. New launch multi outlet F&B operation. C&E for upto 300, private dining, street food outlets. Experience in new launch/concepts would be an advantage. Are you someone that thrives under pressure? Do you have a solid background in delivering results and high quality food? Are you commercially astute? If so read on…

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen team and deliver exceptional culinary experiences for a highly anticipated multi outlet F&B operation. The ideal candidate will drive innovation, maintain the highest standards of food quality, and inspire their team to exceed expectations.

As Head Chef, you will oversee all kitchen operations across events, hospitality, and conferences—ensuring efficiency, compliance, and excellence in every dish served.

1. Team Leadership

• Lead, manage, and motivate the kitchen team to ensure consistently high performance.
• Recruit, train, and develop team members to deliver exceptional service standards.
• Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative working environment.

2. Menu Development

• Design innovative and appealing menus catering to members, corporate clients, and event guests.
• Ensure all dishes meet high standards in presentation, portion control, and flavour.
• Adapt menus in line with seasonal ingredients, match-day demands, and business objectives.

3. Operational Management

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows.
• Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships within budget parameters.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and ensure exemplary hygiene and cleanliness standards.

4. Financial Accountability

• Control food costs, margins, and waste to maximise profitability.
• Monitor kitchen performance against financial targets and implement improvements as required.
• Evaluate supplier performance to ensure cost-effective and quality-driven procurement.

5. Health & Safety Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
• Conduct regular audits, risk assessments, and staff training to maintain compliance.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

6. Customer Focus

• Work closely with front-of-house and events teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
• Respond proactively to customer feedback to refine menus and service quality.
• Support hospitality offerings for match days, corporate events, and private functions

What can you bring:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a senior kitchen leadership role.
• Strong culinary expertise with knowledge of diverse cuisines and large-scale catering.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining exceptional standards.
• Strong understanding of budget management, GP control, and food cost optimisation.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations (e.g., HACCP certification).