Head Chef

Aramark Ltd; South Oxhey; In loco; GBP 35.000 - 54.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Free on-site parking

Employee Benefits App

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday allowance

Descrizione del lavoro

Aramark UK at Northwood Headquarters (HA6 3HP) seeks an outstanding Head Chef to lead the Officers' Mess and a kitchen team of about 10. You will oversee daily dining and high-profile functions, delivering quality, creativity, and events with a focus on excellence.

The role offers full-time hours (Mon-Fri 06:00-16:00) with 40 hours weekly, an annual salary of £41,158, free on-site parking, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension and holiday allowance.

Competenze

• Experience leading a kitchen team of around 10 chefs and kitchen staff.
• Budgeting, cost control and menu development to boost quality and sales.
• Experience in a defence environment is preferred.

Mansioni

• Lead, train and develop culinary and kitchen teams to deliver high-quality food.
• Coach staff in new techniques, procedures, equipment, and company standards.
• Maintain training records, performance data, and operational documentation.
• Drive innovation while maintaining financial efficiency and compliance.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Formazione

NVQ Level 1 & 2 in Culinary Skills

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Location (Short): Northwood, HRT, GB Information at a Glance Reach for Remarkable Aramark UK is looking for an exceptional Head Chef to lead the Officers' Mess at Northwood Headquarters (HA6 3HP) - a prestigious, high profile environment delivering hotel style hospitality at its finest. This is a standout opportunity for an experienced culinary leader who thrives on quality, creativity, and events. You'll take the reins of a talented kitchen team of around 10 chefs and kitchen staff, reporting directly to the Catering General Manager and setting the standard for excellence across daily dining and high-profile functions. Why this role stands out: Would you love to showcase your culinary expertise by delivering: Large-scale themed Summer and Christmas Balls for 500+ guests Fine dining VIP events and special occasions Exceptional daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner services This role genuinely allows for creativity and flair, with the freedom to innovate menus while operating within a
well-supported contract framework. Even better, peak service hours run Monday to Friday, breakfast, and lunch, making this a rare hospitality role that truly supports work-life balance - with evenings free and event dates communicated well in advance. The role: As Head Chef, you'll have full ownership of the kitchen operation, driving: Culinary excellence and innovation Budget and cost control Menu development that enhances both quality and sales A positive, high-performing kitchen culture You'll empower and inspire your team to deliver outstanding service while maintaining the highest operational and compliance standards. What we offer: Full-time, 40 hours per week, mainly Monday-Friday, 06:00-16:00 Annual salary: £41,158 Free on-site parking Access to our Employee Benefits App, including online GP access and hundreds of lifestyle discounts A comprehensive benefits package including life assurance, pension contributions, and generous holiday allowance (with the option to buy more)
Outstanding training, development, and apprenticeship opportunities Strong career progression - we are proud to promote from within At Aramark UK, we are redefining what a career in hospitality can look like, offering balance without compromising ambition. A day in the life: You'll be responsible for: Leading, training and developing culinary and kitchen teams to deliver consistent, high-quality food Coaching staff in new techniques, procedures, equipment, and company standards Maintaining training records, performance data, and operational documentation Driving innovation in the most financially efficient way possible Building excellent relationships with clients and stakeholders Championing customer service excellence and resolving service issues proactively Ensuring full compliance with Operational Excellence standards, food safety, procurement, and supply chain processes. You'll be set up for success if you have: NVQ Level 1 & 2 in Culinary Skills Experience in a similar defence