Head Chef

Thomas Franks Ltd.; London; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent catering company as a Head Chef in Central London. This role offers the chance to work with fresh seasonal ingredients, develop innovative menus, and lead a dynamic kitchen team. Enjoy a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits in a prestigious environment.

Benefits

Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms, etc.)

Free meals on duty

Volunteer leave - up to one day per year

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave

Cycle to work scheme

Recommend a friend bonus

Training and development opportunities

Established apprenticeship programme

Team and social events

Employee assistance programme

Career progression within a leading independent caterer

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or food preparation environments is preferred.
• Strong teamwork skills and a genuine interest in food.

Responsibilities

• Provide breakfast, lunch, and hospitality services.
• Produce food from scratch using fresh ingredients.
• Adhere to food hygiene and safety policies.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Innovation

Attention to detail

Verbal English

Written English

Job description

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Hours: 40 per week

A stunning B&I location in Central London for an international law firm, catering for approximately 150 people daily. We offer an extensive hot and cold breakfast and lunch with high-end hospitality. The role is a Monday to Friday operation.

We are seeking a talented Head Chef to join our team at one of our prestigious London locations.

If you are a current Head Chef or Sous Chef experienced with fresh ingredients in a fast-paced environment, please apply today.

You will be excited to work with fresh seasonal ingredients and regularly changing bespoke menus. Creativity and the ability to showcase your skills are essential.

Key responsibilities:

• Work well in a team, providing breakfast, lunch, and hospitality services.
• Produce food for service using fresh ingredients, cooking from scratch, and following brand standards.
• Adhere to company food standards and control wastage.
• Follow all Food Hygiene, Health & Safety policies, and allergen control procedures.
• Be a great team player.

Required skills:

• A genuine interest in food and excellent customer service.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Innovation and passion for great food.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Good understanding and use of verbal English.
• Competent in written English and reading skills.
• Experience in customer service or food preparation environments is preferred.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and creative chef to advance their career in a dynamic environment. You will work with fresh ingredients, develop innovative menus, and take on leadership responsibilities while contributing to a thriving kitchen.

If you're ready to progress in your culinary career, we’d love to hear from you!

• Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms, etc.)
• Free meals on duty
• Volunteer leave - up to one day per year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recommend a friend bonus
• Training and development opportunities
• Established apprenticeship programme
• Team and social events
• Employee assistance programme
• Career progression within a leading independent caterer

About us

Thomas Franks is a founder-led, fresh food catering business focused on excellence, service, individuality, passion, and style. Our clients and staff are central to our success.

All applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

Diversity and Inclusion

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and under-represented groups, believing that diversity fosters better results and a better working environment.