Head Chef

Restaurant Associates Careers; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider near London Bridge is seeking an experienced Head Chef to manage staff dining services and maintain high food quality. This role promises a Monday to Friday schedule, allowing for an excellent work-life balance. The ideal candidate will show strong leadership skills, a passion for fresh food, and expertise in food hygiene. Join a supportive team environment that values excellence and offers comprehensive benefits including career growth opportunities and wellness programs.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career growth programs

Digital GP access

Exclusive travel discounts

Grocery store discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards program

Wellness and exercise classes

Qualifications

• Experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef looking to step up.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with a calm, hands-on approach.
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all hospitality and staff dining services, ensuring quality.
• Manage catering across multiple meeting rooms and events.
• Lead a small team and maintain food quality standards.

Skills

Leadership and organisational skills

Knowledge of food hygiene and safety

Ability to create high-quality food

Adaptability

Job description

Head Chef - Hospitality & Staff Dining

Location: near London Bridge

Pay: £45000

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (approx. 7:00am-3:00pm, flexibility required)

We’re looking for a passionate and motivated Head Chef to lead the hospitality and staff dining operation within a prestigious corporate environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Sous Chef ready to take the next step into a leadership role.

What you’ll do:

• Oversee all hospitality and staff dining services, from daily covers (100‑120) to larger events (up to 400)
• Manage catering across multiple meeting rooms, including an executive floor with fine dining facilities
• Lead a small, hands‑on team consisting of a Kitchen Porter and a Kitchen Assistant
• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene
• Ensure full compliance with food safety and health & safety policies
• Support occasional evening or seasonal events – all overtime paid at the standard rate

What we’re looking for:

• Experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef looking to step up
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with a calm, hands‑on approach
• Passionate about creating fresh, high‑quality food in a professional setting
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and allergen management
• Reliable, proactive, and adaptable

Why join us:

• Monday to Friday role – excellent work‑life balance
• 7 additional days off annually

If you’re an ambitious chef with a passion for great food and high standards, this is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark and take the lead in a respected corporate kitchen.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to :

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Unwind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!