Head Chef

Elior Uk; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Elior UK recherche un Chef de Cuisine passionné pour diriger une équipe de restauration dans des écoles indépendantes. Le candidat idéal aura une solide expérience culinaire, une approche centrée sur le service client, et souhaitera faire progresser sa carrière dans un environnement dynamique et réactif.

Benefits

Déjeuners gratuits sur site

Horaires de travail flexibles

Congés familiaux

Congés pour bénévolat

Opportunités de progression de carrière

Prestations de bien-être complètes

Assurance vie et régimes de retraite

Remises et avantages exclusifs

Qualifications

• Expérience de 2+ ans comme Chef de Cuisine ou Sous-Chef prêt pour la prochaine étape.
• Capacité de leadership prouvée avec une approche proactive.

Responsibilities

• Gestion et soutien d'une équipe de restauration.
• Contrôle des coûts alimentaires et communication d'équipe.

Skills

Leadership

Service client

Culinaire

Job description

We’re a specialist catering company dedicated to providing delicious, healthy and exciting food for Independent Schools. We know the crucial role that food can play on a pupil’s ability to learn, develop and ultimately flourish. Food isn’t simply fuel, it’s critical to creating happy, healthy and inquisitive young minds.

Lexington is committed to safeguarding childrenand colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be requiredto have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, includingChildren's Barred List.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Head Chef you will be proactively managing and supporting a catering team as well as creating a platform for financial growth through cost control and culinary excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Recruiting, training, supporting and people development to deliver an efficient, high quality service to Elior UK, customer and client
• Maintaining, ordering and controlling food stocks within budget
• Ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence
• Accountable for COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal regulations, environmental policies and duty of care to customer and colleagues

What can you bring?

In this role:

• Proven leadership ability with a proactive, hands-on approach
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Focused on the front line
• Catering experience essential with chef skills
• 2+ years experience as Head Chef or Sous Chef ready for their next step

Working Pattern:

• Term Time only

Our way of saying thank you…

At Lexington, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

• FREE On-Site Lunches: Savour delicious and healthy meals, on us, every day at work
• Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom to balance work and personal life with our flexible working hours
• Family Leave: Prioritise your family commitments with our family leave options designed to support you during important times
• Paid Charity Leave: Make a difference in your community with paid time off to volunteer for your favourite causes
• Opportunities for Career Progression: Grow and advance your career with us, supported by continuous learning and development opportunities
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and a range of wellbeing benefits to keep you feeling your best, both professionally and personally
• Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future with our life assurance and workplace pension schemes
• Exclusive Discounts & Perks: Enjoy discounts and cashback on entertainment, leisure activities, and much more, alongside our popular cycle-to-work scheme

Why it's great to work for us...

At Lexington, we dare to be different in our food, catering, reception services, and work culture. Our values encourage creativity, boldness, and fun, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We nurture talent, helping our people thrive and reach their potential.

We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and welcome everyone. Let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments or assistance in your application, and feel free to share your pronouns.

Join our award-winning team passionate about serving delicious food to exceptional clients in London. Visit our website to hear from our team first-hand.