Head Chef

Enhance; Braintree; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Are you an experienced Chef looking for more sociable hours?

We are seeking a passionate Head Chef for a permanent or temporary-to-permanent position at a Refugee Centre in the Braintree area. The role offers 40 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7, with some weekends off.

The site requires an experienced Chef with high-volume cooking experience, catering for up to 700 people, with potential for expansion.

The role includes overseeing breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.

Enjoy a great work-life balance with every other weekend off on a rolling rota.

Requirements:

• Previous catering experience as a Lead Chef or Head Chef, preferably in high-volume restaurants or contract catering environments.
• Confident in working in a busy kitchen and supervising staff.
• A high level of professionalism, respect for others, and a positive attitude toward daily workload.
• Experience in producing high-quality food.
• Current Level 2 Food Hygiene and Allergen certificates.
• Valid right to work in the UK.
• Flexible, self-motivated, well-organized, and able to implement improvements effectively.
• Access to own transport.

Criteria

Essential Attainments:

• Good secondary education
• NVQ qualification or equivalent
• Excellent craft skills background
• Progressive background in catering
• Basic and Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificates
• Allergen training
• Good supervisory experience
• Passion for food and customer service

Desirable:

• Experience in education catering
• Management of medium/large kitchens

General Skills:

• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to plan ahead
• Analytical problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Effective communication at all levels
• Good numeracy skills

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

• Qualification in training and development

Special Skills:

• Delegation and influencing skills
• Effective time management
• Proficiency with computers
• Keen on self-development

Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience.

This job offers an immediate start, so apply today!