Head Chef — Bulk Catering, Great Work-Life Balance

Penny Cook Recruitment; Hindhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A national catering company is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead kitchen operations in Hindhead, United Kingdom. You will manage daily food production, oversee a team, and handle budget management while ensuring high food hygiene standards. Benefits include generous holiday entitlement, a great work-life balance, and reasonable working hours. This role is ideal for those experienced in contract catering for large groups like schools and military facilities.

Benefits

Great work life balance

Generous holiday entitlement including your birthday off

Free parking

Company pension

Company discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen management and leading a team required.
• Understanding of budget management and food costs essential.
• Ability to maintain high food hygiene standards critical.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operation of the kitchen hands-on.
• Manage GP, labour, costs, and budgets efficiently.
• Recruit, train, develop, and lead the kitchen team.
• Monitor stock levels and manage orders effectively.
• Ensure the highest food hygiene standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen management

Budget management

Team leadership

Food hygiene standards

Job description

A national catering company is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead kitchen operations in Hindhead, United Kingdom. You will manage daily food production, oversee a team, and handle budget management while ensuring high food hygiene standards. Benefits include generous holiday entitlement, a great work-life balance, and reasonable working hours. This role is ideal for those experienced in contract catering for large groups like schools and military facilities.