Head Chef

B&I (Business and Industry); Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in workplace catering is seeking a talented Head Chef to join its dedicated team. You will lead food preparation using premium ingredients, foster a positive kitchen atmosphere, and work towards sustainability goals. This role offers opportunities for career development and a balanced work-life environment.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Access to Digital GP and healthcare benefits

Discounts on travel and groceries

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards and discounts

Free wellness classes

Share discounts with friends

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role in contract catering.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Innovative culinary presentation skills.
• Understanding of profit margins and food costing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking.
• Ensure cleanliness, food safety, and adherence to budgets.
• Drive the sustainability mission.
• Foster a positive kitchen environment.

Skills

Culinary skills

Interpersonal skills

Team motivation

Budget management

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Head Chef

We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic Head Chef for our dedicated catering team, producing outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients in this prestigious contract.

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds, and ultimately motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

If you are an innovative and creative Chef, passionate about using top-quality fresh ingredients, and looking for a role that offers both work-life balance and career development - we want to hear from you!

About the role

1. Plan, organise, innovate, and direct the preparation and cooking of food to ensure the company's reputation for quality is enhanced with customers and clients at all times.
2. Drive our and our clients' sustainability mission to be net zero by 2030.
3. Create a positive kitchen environment where your team feels welcomed, supported, and developed.
4. Focus on service execution and delivery excellence at all times.
5. Drive sales through menu planning and promotions.
6. Responsible for implementing and maintaining high levels of cleanliness, food safety, HS, and COSHH within the kitchen.
7. Maintain food monitoring procedures to facilitate budgetary control and monitor all costs involved in the kitchen against agreed budgets.
8. Maintain the centre of excellence in food and customer service.

About You

• Previous experience in a similar role in contract catering with hospitality and events.
• Ability to successfully motivate and manage a team to deliver consistent standards.
• Excellent and innovative culinary and presentation skills.
• Passionate about all things hospitality with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leads and inspires a team with a progressive mindset in developing people.
• A clear understanding of profit margins, purchasing policy, budgeting, and food costing.
• Stock and waste control experience.
• Understanding of food management systems HACCP, Food Safety, Health and Safety, Natasha's Law, Allergens, and Manual Handling.

We ensure you're rewarded for your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and many more
• Discounts on grocery shopping at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and others
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards on spending and various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

About Us

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering. At Eurest, we operate in over 700 workspaces daily, fueling employees to perform their best while working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

We're passionate about what we do and committed to attracting the best talent. Join us and discover what makes Eurest an exciting place to work.

Job Reference: com/2705/99039001/52628710/SU #Eurest

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