Head Chef

Description

• Maintain compliance with all food hygiene, health, and safety standards.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of 8 kitchen staff, fostering a positive, professional working environment.
• Prepare, cook, and present a variety of fresh, high-quality dishes to consistently high standards.
• Oversee staff rotas and ensure smooth day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Engage directly with customers and service personnel to ensure satisfaction and exceed expectations.
• Manage ordering, stock control, and food waste reduction.
• Deliver catering for seasonal events, private functions, and formal dining — from buffets to silver service.

Requirements

• Hold relevant catering qualifications (e.g. NVQ, City & Guilds – desirable).
• Be creative, adaptable, and passionate about producing high-quality, seasonal dishes.
• Have experience delivering both buffet-style and silver service dining.
• Have proven experience in a Head Chef or Senior Chef role (essential).
• Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Benefits

• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• 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
• Free meal provided on shift.
• Contributory pension scheme
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Access to an on-site gym.
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
• Opportunities for overtime during functions and events.
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• Uniform supplied.
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Competitive salary (£33,721 per annum)
• Evening Meal: 18:30 – 19:30
• A supportive, professional environment within a respected defence catering operation.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance