Development Chef

elior; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract caterer in London is seeking a Head Chef to manage food production and staff across their estate. The role involves developing innovative menus, ensuring high-quality service, and leading a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience and strong leadership skills, with opportunities for career progression and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Free on-site lunches

Flexible working hours

Holiday entitlement starting at 28 days

Family leave options

Paid charity leave

Career progression opportunities

Wellbeing benefits and mental health support

Life assurance and pension schemes

Discounts and perks, including cycle-to-work

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a head chef managing staff.
• Strong technical knowledge in food production.
• Ability to lead and inspire kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage key projects across the Lexington estate.
• Ensure high-quality food production and catering services.
• Develop and innovate menus for various catering services.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Project Management

Job description

Job Description

Lexington is an award-winning contract caterer focused on providing great food and service to customers. We aim to create an environment where our team members feel engaged, inspired, valued, and enjoy their work.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the development team and manage key projects across the Lexington estate.
• Implement strategies aligned with the company's food vision.
• Ensure high-quality food production and catering services.
• Support business growth and client retention.
• Maintain our recipe management system, Star Chef, with stakeholder support.

Operational Skills:

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a head chef managing staff and hospitality dining.
• Strong technical knowledge, customer service skills, and result orientation.
• Ability to lead, inspire, and manage projects from start to finish.
• Coaching and mentoring abilities; flexibility for evening and weekend work.

Additional Duties:

• Develop and innovate menus for various catering services.
• Incorporate wellness, CSR, and ESG principles into food offerings.
• Manage costs, stock, and menu planning within budgets.
• Recruit, train, and support kitchen staff.
• Enhance team skills through training and development.
• Collaborate with marketing on social media campaigns.
• Maintain health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Support site mobilization and engagement activities.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Effective communicator, team builder, persuasive, flexible.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and present ideas effectively.
• Ensure team understanding of company standards and objectives.

Managerial Skills:

• Ensure staff commitment to high-quality service.
• Support continuous development and problem-solving.

Recruitment:

• Support staff retention and recruitment efforts.

Benefits:

• Free on-site lunches
• Flexible working hours
• Holiday entitlement starting at 28 days
• Family leave options
• Paid charity leave
• Career progression opportunities
• Wellbeing benefits and mental health support
• Life assurance and pension schemes
• Discounts and perks, including cycle-to-work

Why work with us?
At Lexington, we foster creativity, boldness, and fun in a diverse, inclusive culture. We value talent and support our employees' growth. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications with any reasonable adjustments needed. Join us in serving exceptional clients in London. Visit our website to learn more.

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