Head Chef – Heathrow Premium Airport Lounges

Sodexo; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality services provider is seeking a creative Head Chef to lead culinary operations at United Lounges, Heathrow Airport. You will oversee food production, collaborate on menu innovations, and manage a diverse kitchen team while ensuring excellence in service and food safety. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-volume operations, excellent organisational skills, and a passion for exceptional guest experiences.

Benefits

24/7 mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing app

Discounts Scheme

Financial wellbeing tools

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Experienced Head Chef with a flair for innovation.
• Background in premium or high-volume operations, ideally in hospitality or lounges.
• Proven leadership abilities in a diverse kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Lead food production and service for United Lounges at Heathrow.
• Collaborate on menu innovation and concept launches.
• Oversee kitchen operations and staff performance.

Skills

Multi-cuisine experience

Leadership and team development

Organisational skills

Menu costing skills

Food Safety Level 3

Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Education

IOSH Managing Safely certification

Job description

A leading hospitality services provider is seeking a creative Head Chef to lead culinary operations at United Lounges, Heathrow Airport. You will oversee food production, collaborate on menu innovations, and manage a diverse kitchen team while ensuring excellence in service and food safety. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-volume operations, excellent organisational skills, and a passion for exceptional guest experiences.