Head Chef

BaxterStorey; Bromley; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider is looking for a Head Chef in Bromley to manage a dynamic kitchen in a prestigious venue. The ideal candidate will lead a skilled team, achieve financial targets, and provide exceptional guest experiences. Responsibilities include menu development, staff training, and ensuring high standards in food service. This role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a company that values creativity, innovation, and customer service excellence.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Pension plan

Bespoke training and development

Discounts through HAPI app

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef in restaurants, hotels, or events.
• Strong financial management and report writing skills.
• Capable of leading and inspiring a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure financial targets are achieved per client agreement.
• Monitor staff performance and deliver training as needed.
• Maintain fresh and seasonal menus based on customer feedback.

Skills

Kitchen management skills

Communication skills

Team management

Analytical problem-solving

Customer service passion

Job description

Company Description

RESTAURANT HEAD CHEF OPPORTUNITY!!

Bromley Old Town Hall

7 Day operation, working 5 out of 7

60 seater a La Carte Restaurant, room service for 23 bedroom hotel, client lounge coffee shop, hospitality meetings and events

Up to £55'000 + Bonus

Here at BaxterStorey We have an exciting opportunity for a Head Chef to work within a prestigious venue for a flexible workspace provider

This is a fantastic opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Head Chef to make a name for themselves within the food service industry.

In return we offer support and development to grow within our business alongside a competitive salary

• Salary - £55,000 per annum
• 28 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Bespoke training and development
• Pension
• Discounts available from HAPI app, from high street shops to holidays and cinemas

Job Description

This is a seven-day operation requiring a Head Chef with preferably hospitality & a la carte restaurant experience to deliver an excellent guest experience. We are looking for an enthusiastic and self‑motivated individual who can inspire and lead our great team and share their wealth of experience.

What Will Keep You Busy

• Ensure that the location achieves, as a minimum, the financial targets agreed with the client in line with the budget
• Monitor the work of all the staff and carry out appraisals, recognise training needs and potential as appropriate
• Monitor and review the customer feedback ensure menus are kept fresh and seasonal.
• Hold team meetings on a regular basis to communicate targets, standards required and company and client information
• Work with your General Manager to prepare budgets; achieve and maintain the food cost in accordance with the budget
• Develop and evolve all client’s services at location, ensuring regular adjustments and improvements are both recommended and implemented

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Table:

• Thrive on getting the best out of people and maximising commercial opportunities
• Excellent kitchen management skills
• Fresh ideas for hospitality and retail menus.
• Draw satisfaction from managing, training and supporting a team
• Provide a professional catering service, ensuring that company standards are maintained and that Client expectations are met
• Previous experience in an Head chef role in restaurants, hotels or events
• Strong understanding of report writing and financial management.
• Excellent supervisory and communication skills
• Good delegation and influencing skills
• Able to demonstrate your analytical approach to problem solving
• Ability to display a real passion for food and customer service
• Hands on approach

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location, whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university, we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer and guest can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We can’t do this alone; we need the brightest and the best to join us in our mission to revolutionise the hospitality industry. No bland, boring experiences here, just tastemakers and gamechangers creating legacies and having fun.

Our drive and belief in people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us. Come join the revolution!

We want to fuel your individuality, which is why we are deeply committed to creating an inclusive working culture at BaxterStorey.