Head Chef

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead its culinary program at a prestigious independent school. This role offers the chance to craft imaginative menus that cater to diverse dietary needs while overseeing a dynamic kitchen team. With a focus on exceptional dining experiences, the Head Chef will ensure high standards of food quality and service. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the food service industry, setting new standards in education catering. Join a forward-thinking company that values sustainability and nutrition in its culinary offerings.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 weeks’ enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Discounts on Perkbox app

Wellbeing hub

Access to employee assistance programme

Free meals while on shift

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to create and maintain budgets.

Responsibilities

• Craft imaginative and nutritionally balanced menus.
• Lead a dynamic kitchen team, fostering creativity and efficiency.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and service.

Skills

Team Management

Menu Creation

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Financial Acumen

Creativity

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

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• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app (high street shops, holidays & cinema)
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals while on shift
• HIT Apprenticeships available for all experience levels

Are you a seasoned, inspirational, and creative Head Chef with a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Head Chef to be the driving force behind this prestigious independent school's culinary program.

Nestled in the heart of Reading, Berkshire, this prestigious independent school caters for 800 day pupils and staff, including breakfast and lunch service as well as extensive hospitality services. This operates 5 days a week.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Head Chef to make a name for themselves within the food service industry and help set a new standard for education catering.

Company Description

Title: Head Chef

Location: Berkshire

Salary: £47,000.00

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 weeks’ enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app (high street shops, holidays & cinema)
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals while on shift
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships available for all experience levels

Are you a seasoned, inspirational, and creative Head Chef with a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Head Chef to be the driving force behind this prestigious independent school's culinary program.

Nestled in the heart of Reading, Berkshire, this prestigious independent school caters for 800 day pupils and staff, including breakfast and lunch service as well as extensive hospitality services. This operates 5 days a week.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Head Chef to make a name for themselves within the food service industry and help set a new standard for education catering.

Job Description

As a Head Chef, your focus is to work closely with your teams to develop great working relationships and provide the best customer service.

You should have excellent presentation, organizational, and communication skills, demonstrate a real passion for food & service, and possess bags of enthusiasm.

• Craft imaginative and nutritionally balanced menus that cater to diverse tastes, dietary preferences, and nutritional needs of students.
• Lead a dynamic kitchen team by example, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and efficiency.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality and service.
• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume, quality-focused environment.
• Experience managing, training, and supporting a team is essential.
• Financial acumen, including creating and maintaining budgets and driving commercial performance.
• Excellent coaching, delegation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, creative environment and thrive under pressure.
• Meticulous organizational abilities and high attention to detail.
• Empathetic, clear, and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to challenges with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills.

Additional Information

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing innovative food services exclusively to independent schools and colleges. We tailor our catering to meet the specific needs of children of all ages and invest in our teams’ training and development.

We pride ourselves on:

Sustainability: We prioritize ethical sourcing and preparation of meals.

Nutrition: We focus on healthy, freshly prepared meals packed with nutritious ingredients.

Food Innovation: We offer diverse training opportunities, including tasting tables, theme days, food theatre, chef demonstrations, and supplier showcases, creating engaging dining experiences.

Equal Opportunity & Safeguarding: Holroyd Howe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are regarded as regulated activity, requiring an Enhanced DBS check and compliance with safeguarding policies.

This position is contingent upon satisfactory professional references.