Head Chef - Education - Winchester - TT - £35&#

Blue Arrow; Winchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Head Chef to run a dynamic kitchen, catering for up to 5,000 students. The role involves menu development, managing a large team, and ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. The ideal candidate will be an inspirational leader with a passion for youth catering and experience in large-scale operations.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef with proven experience in large-scale catering (2000+ meals).
• Organised and resilient under pressure.
• Empathetic and genuinely interested in catering for young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-volume catering operation serving up to 5,000 students.
• Oversee a brigade of 15-20 staff.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and food safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Development

Financial Management

Food Safety

Communication

Job description

We're looking for a highly skilled Head Chef to lead a thriving, high-volume catering operation in a dynamic education setting.

• Hours: 37 hours/week (Term time + 1 week)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Start Date: September 2025

About the Role

This pivotal role reports to the Catering Manager and holds full responsibility for running the kitchen. The operation includes:

• Daily catering for up to 5,000 students
• Dedicated service for boarding students
• A growing in-house hospitality provision

We're seeking someone who is:

• A Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef with proven experience in large-scale catering (2000+ meals daily)
• A strong and inspirational leader, capable of guiding a brigade of 15-20 staff
• Highly skilled in menu development and kitchen creativity
• Well-versed in HACCP, food safety, and health & safety regulations
• Financially astute, with experience in budgeting, costing, and minimising waste
• Organised, resilient under pressure, and communicates clearly
• Empathetic and genuinely interested in catering for young people

What We Offer

A vibrant working environment where your culinary talent can shine, plus a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

If you would like to know more or feel this could be the role for you, please apply NOW!!!!!


Unfortunately, due to the large volume of applications we receive, we can only respond to applicants with relevant work experience.

Eligibility:
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must
Either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process

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