Head Chef - Hounslow

Eurest; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a prestigious location. This role involves delivering fresh, seasonal dishes while adhering to safety standards and managing a dynamic kitchen environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in food safety and team leadership. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to excel in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Experience managing costs is essential.
• Passionate about great service.
• Ability to maintain high standards of hygiene and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations at Heathrow Airport.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety protocols.
• Deliver high-quality meals consistently.
• Manage stock and monitor deliveries.

Skills

Team player with a can-do attitude

Strong food safety awareness

Calm under pressure

Experience in leading teams

Job description

Head Chef - Hounslow

£37,813 per annum

Monday - Friday role

We’re looking for a passionate and creative Head Chef to lead the kitchen at the prestigious Compass Centre at Heathrow Airport. This is a high‑profile role in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment, perfect for a talented chef who thrives on delivering fresh, seasonal dishes with style and consistency.

About the role

• Adhere to all Health & Safety, Food Safety, and hygiene regulations, including allergen and fire safety protocols
• Maintain accurate food safety and H&S documentation
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness, safe equipment use, and timely reporting of hazards or faults
• Deliver high‑quality meals on time, consistently meeting presentation and portion standards
• Manage stock, place orders through approved suppliers, and monitor deliveries
• Control waste, forecast production accurately, and meet gross profit targets
• Lead and manage the team in line with company procedures and performance expectations
• Maintain food variety and availability, even during peak periods
• Ensure accurate labelling, storage, and compliance with food information regulations

Our ideal candidate

• Team player with a can‑do attitude
• Passionate about great service
• Strong food safety and H&S awareness
• Self‑motivated and calm under pressure
• Experience leading teams and managing costs

About Us

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet‑positive catering. At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

We're people‑powered at Eurest

It's an understatement to say that we're passionate about what we do, which is why we're committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us - could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!