Head Chef

Hamberley Care Management Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent catering organization in London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead kitchen operations. The role involves delivering high-quality breakfast and lunch services, managing team members, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have significant experience and a strong hands-on approach. This position offers an opportunity to create seasonal menus that focus on freshness and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior kitchen leader within contract or workplace catering.
• Excellent communication, organisational and people‑management skills.
• Energetic, hands‑on approach with a strong eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations, including breakfast, lunch, café bar and hospitality.
• Plan and deliver seasonal menus focused on freshness, quality and value.
• Maintain excellent food presentation and a consistently high standard of service.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety and allergen controls.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Team management

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and confident Head Chef to lead an exciting operation in London. This role is responsible for delivering a high-quality breakfast and lunch offer, alongside a café bar featuring purchased cakes and sandwiches, and hospitality catering for internal meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations, including breakfast, lunch, café bar and hospitality
• Plan and deliver seasonal menus focused on freshness, quality and value
• Maintain excellent food presentation and a consistently high standard of service
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety and allergen controls
• Manage ordering, stock control, waste and cost performance effectively
• Coach and develop team members, promoting a positive and collaborative culture
• Work closely with front‑of‑house colleagues to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior kitchen leader within contract or workplace catering
• Excellent communication, organisational and people‑management skills
• Energetic, hands‑on approach with a strong eye for detail
• Passionate about delivering fresh, innovative food and enhancing the guest experience