Head Chef: Creative Kitchen Leader with Growth & Perks

Baxterstorey Uk; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Birthday off

Maternity leave

Pension

Life insurance

Free meals

Training opportunities

Perkbox discounts

Employee assistance

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey UK is seeking an accomplished Head Chef to lead culinary teams within a dynamic work environment. This role emphasizes exceptional food quality, client relations, and strategic team development to set new standards in workplace hospitality.

The position offers a strong development path, competitive benefits, and a culture that values creativity, collaboration and continuous improvement. Join a company committed to nourishing talent and driving performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Head Chef or similar role.
• Demonstrated leadership in food service environments.
• Ability to manage budgets and drive commercial performance.
• Strong coaching, delegation and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal.
• Thrives under pressure with multi-project prioritisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, collaborate and support your team to deliver exceptional standards.
• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders across the business.
• Develop your team through mentoring, training, recognition and empowerment.
• Create a culture of excellence focusing on service and food standards.
• Achieve KPI targets including Health & Safety, Sustainability, Financial and Governance.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Food service leadership

Budgeting & financials

Coaching & mentoring

Communication skills

Adaptability under pressure

Job description

BaxterStorey UK is seeking an accomplished Head Chef to lead culinary teams within a dynamic work environment. This role emphasizes exceptional food quality, client relations, and strategic team development to set new standards in workplace hospitality.

The position offers a strong development path, competitive benefits, and a culture that values creativity, collaboration and continuous improvement. Join a company committed to nourishing talent and driving performance.