Head Chef - Contract Catering

Illume Recruitment; Watford; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education catering seeks a passionate Head Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role offers the opportunity to work with fresh ingredients while managing a team of 12 in a stunning boarding school environment. The Head Chef will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring quality and efficiency while managing budgets and costs. With a focus on both hospitality and retail, this position promises a rewarding experience for those who thrive in a fast-paced, diverse setting. If you are ready to take your culinary career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Proven background as a Head Chef in independent education or contract catering.
• Experience in managing a team and working with fresh ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations for a boarding school catering to 900+ people daily.
• Manage team training, development, and budget responsibilities.

Skills

Team Management

Budget Management

Catering Experience

DBS Certification

Job description

Head Chef - Hertfordshire - £45k

I am currently looking for a Head Chef who has experience and a passion for working with fresh ingredients across both hospitality and retail.

My client is one of the leading Independent Education Caterer’s and are recruiting for a stunning boarding school near Watford. The kitchen caters for 900+ people daily. As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for a team of 12 staff ensuring training, development and management of the team. You will be financially responsible and able to manage budget and costs.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills/ knowledge

·Currently at Head Chef level

·Have a proven background within independent education or Contract Catering

·Experience in both retail and hospitality

·Hold a current DBS

Working predominantly Monday to Friday, however with this being a boarding school, you will need to work weekends to suit the demands of the business.

If you feel this is the Head Chef role for you, then apply today to avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity.

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