Head Chef

Goldenkeys; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established food-led business in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead their kitchen. You will be responsible for creating high-quality food with a focus on fresh and seasonal produce while managing a motivated kitchen team. This full-time, permanent role offers daytime hours and the chance to develop menus that showcase home-grown ingredients. Ideal for candidates looking for work-life balance without compromising on culinary quality.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef.
• Passionate about fresh, seasonal and produce-led cooking.
• Enjoy developing and leading a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Leading and motivating the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality food.
• Creating and developing menus that showcase seasonal produce.
• Ensuring standards of food safety and hygiene.

Skills

Leadership

Menu creation

Food safety compliance

Stock management

Passion for fresh produce

Job description

We are excited to be working with a well-established and growing food‑led business based in Oxfordshire, known for its strong connection to seasonal, home‑grown produce. They are now looking for an experienced and motivated Head Chef to lead the kitchen operation and deliver consistently high‑quality food in a fresh, produce‑driven environment.

This is a full‑time, permanent position with sociable daytime hours, making it a great opportunity for a Head Chef seeking improved work‑life balance without compromising on quality.

You’ll be wondering what’s in it for you as the Head Chef

40,000 to £42,000 per annum (DOE)

Working daytime hours only, 5 out of 7 days, 7am to 4pm

Working with fresh, seasonal produce, including ingredients grown on site

Leading a supportive and passionate kitchen team

Company events

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discounts

Responsibilities as the Head Chef

Leading and motivating the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high‑quality food

Creating and developing menus that showcase seasonal and home‑grown produce

Ensuring excellent standards of food safety, hygiene and allergen compliance

Managing rotas, stock control, ordering and kitchen organisation

Supporting food delivery for events and busy service periods

You’ll be a great fit if you :

Have proven experience as a Head Chef

Are passionate about fresh, seasonal and produce‑led cooking

Lead from the front and enjoy developing your team

Are confident managing kitchen operations, stock and compliance

Thrive in a hands‑on, fast‑paced kitchen environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Head Chef looking for a long‑term role with daytime hours, high‑quality ingredients and the chance to lead a kitchen within a growing food‑focused business.

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.