Head Chef

Fusion People Ltd; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare catering provider is seeking an experienced Head Chef to oversee operations in Harlow. You will manage a team to produce nutritious meals, ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate has Head Chef experience in a high-volume environment and is food hygiene certified. This full-time permanent role offers competitive pay and requires flexibility for weekends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in large-scale catering or healthcare.
• Flexibility to work a rota including weekends.
• Willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations and lead a team of catering staff.
• Plan, prepare, and present meals according to dietary and portion requirements.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, allergen, and health & safety regulations.

Skills

Strong leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Food Hygiene Level 3 (minimum)

Job description

Overview

Head Chef • £32,602 • Harlow

We are recruiting an experienced Head Chef to oversee catering operations within a busy hospital environment based in Harlow. You will lead a team responsible for producing high-quality, nutritious meals for patients and staff while ensuring compliance with all food hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations and lead a team of catering staff
• Plan, prepare, and present meals according to dietary and portion requirements
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, allergen, and health & safety regulations
• Oversee stock control, ordering, and waste management
• Support menu planning and maintain excellent standards of service

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a large-scale catering or healthcare setting
• Food Hygiene Level 3 (minimum)
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Flexibility to work a rota including weekends
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

Please contact Neelam in Bristol office

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Job Information

• Job Title: Head Chef
• Company: Fusion People Ltd
• Location:
• Posted: Oct 24th 2025
• Closes:
• Sector: Hospitality & Hotels
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

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