Head Chef | Creative Leader in Workplace Dining

WSH Group; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday incl bank holidays

Birthday day off

3 volunteering days

3 grandparent leave days

26 weeks enhanced maternity

Secondary carer leave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Kent is seeking a skilled Head Chef to lead and mentor a culinary team on a Monday to Friday schedule with no weekends or evenings. You will craft menus, uphold food standards and work closely with clients to deliver outstanding workplace hospitality.

We value growth and development, recognise talent, and provide a comprehensive benefits package. If you thrive in a creative, fast-paced environment, apply to join our team and shape the culinary legacy at BaxterStorey.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Head Chef or similar role.
• Demonstrates obsession for food and creating experiences.
• Mentoring and supporting a team has been a key career element.
• Financially astute with budget and commercial performance skills.
• Excellent coaching, delegation and influencing abilities.
• Calm under pressure with strong organisational skills.
• Clear, empathetic communication and alignment with values.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Head Chef leadership

Mentoring team

Budgeting & cost control

Communication & collaboration

Education

Proven Head Chef experience

Tools

Food safety & HACCP

Job description

BaxterStorey in Kent is seeking a skilled Head Chef to lead and mentor a culinary team on a Monday to Friday schedule with no weekends or evenings. You will craft menus, uphold food standards and work closely with clients to deliver outstanding workplace hospitality.

We value growth and development, recognise talent, and provide a comprehensive benefits package. If you thrive in a creative, fast-paced environment, apply to join our team and shape the culinary legacy at BaxterStorey.