Head Chef & Bakery Lead — Bake, Mentor & Grow

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Staff discount

Birthday off after 1 year of service

Staff meals on duty

28 days annual leave

30 days annual leave after 3 years

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd in Seven Oaks is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen, focus on baking excellence and develop a cohesive team. The role offers a £40,000 salary, free parking, and a generous holiday allowance in a supportive, quality-focused environment.

You will oversee all baking outputs—scones, bread, cakes and pastries—provide seasonal offerings, maintain high food hygiene standards and mentor junior colleagues to advance their skills.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef with baking focus.
• Ability to lead and develop kitchen staff.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team and tasks.
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene and production.
• Prepare baked items (scones, bread, cakes, pastries) and seasonal goods.
• Maintain clear communication with other departments.
• Support junior staff development.

Skills

Baking expertise

Kitchen leadership

Communication

Driving licence

Job description

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd in Seven Oaks is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen, focus on baking excellence and develop a cohesive team. The role offers a £40,000 salary, free parking, and a generous holiday allowance in a supportive, quality-focused environment.

You will oversee all baking outputs—scones, bread, cakes and pastries—provide seasonal offerings, maintain high food hygiene standards and mentor junior colleagues to advance their skills.