Creative School Head Chef – Term-Time Leader

Accent Catering; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free parking on site

Career development opportunities

Pension scheme, life insurance

Job summary

Accent Catering Services Ltd in Leatherhead is seeking a proactive Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen at our independent school site. You will drive menu development, uphold food quality, manage stock, and mentor a team to deliver high-end hospitality for students and events.

The role requires strong craft skills, team leadership, budget awareness and a passion for creative dining. Alignment with health & safety standards and allergen management is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading and developing a kitchen team.
• Experience delivering themed dining events and large-scale functions.
• Strong craft skills with a passion for quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee menu planning, food quality, compliance, stock control, and team performance.
• Deliver themed days, pop-up concepts and high-end hospitality for events.
• Inspire and develop the kitchen team with creativity and energy.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Menu development

Budget awareness

Food safety

Allergen management

High-end hospitality

Job description

Accent Catering Services Ltd in Leatherhead is seeking a proactive Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen at our independent school site. You will drive menu development, uphold food quality, manage stock, and mentor a team to deliver high-end hospitality for students and events.

The role requires strong craft skills, team leadership, budget awareness and a passion for creative dining. Alignment with health & safety standards and allergen management is essential.