Development Chef

The Genuine Dining Co.; Immingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted or free food

Enhanced maternity leave

Enhanced paternity leave

Referral programme

Company events

Job summary

The Genuine Dining Co. is seeking a Development Chef to drive menu innovation across multiple sites in the North of England. The role focuses on mentoring site chefs, maintaining high culinary standards, and leading regional culinary initiatives.

You will develop menus, train teams, and oversee cost control to ensure profitability while delivering outstanding corporate dining experiences. Travel and Monday–Friday schedule are involved; competitive salary and benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Head Chef or Executive Chef experience, ideally with large-volume kitchens.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Creative, with a focus on innovation and consistent quality.
• Experience managing budgets and GP%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refresh menus with creativity and flair.
• Train and support site chefs, building skills and consistency.
• Maintain high culinary standards and implement new concepts.
• Oversee kitchen financials, including GP% and cost control.
• Lead seasonal projects and special initiatives across sites.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Menu development

Budget management

Job description

Development Chef – North of England
Contract Catering

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Referral programme

Genuine Dining is a leading contract caterer delivering innovative, high-quality dining across the South of England. We’re looking for a Development Chef to drive menu innovation, mentor kitchen teams, and ensure consistent excellence across multiple sites.

Job Description

What you’ll do:

• Develop and refresh menus with creativity and flair
• Train and support site chefs, building skills and consistency
• Maintain high culinary standards and implement new concepts
• Oversee kitchen financials, including GP% and cost control
• Lead seasonal projects and special initiatives across sites

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Head Chef or Executive Chef experience, ideally with large-volume kitchens
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Creative, with a focus on innovation and consistent quality
• Experience managing budgets and GP%
• Committed to raising culinary standards

Additional Information

• Monday–Friday schedule with travel
• Freedom to shape the regional food offer
• Supportive team environment that values your expertise
• Competitive salary and benefits

Drive creativity, consistency, and growth – and make a real impact on corporate dining in the South of England.

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