Head Chef & Kitchen Manager

Heathrow Employment & Skills Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group is seeking an experienced Head Chef/Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen at a new Bill's Restaurant at Heathrow Terminal 2. The successful candidate will take ownership of back-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and compliance with safety standards. With strong leadership abilities and a passion for fresh cuisine, you'll develop a high-performing kitchen culture while managing stock control and the team’s growth. This role also offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Unlimited employee referral bonus

Free meals on site

Discounts up to 50% on shopping

Healthcare Cash Plan

Discounted gym memberships

Paid holiday on your birthday

Dedicated training and development plans

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a busy environment.
• Passion for fresh, seasonal food.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations.
• A valid UK passport is required.
• A five-year checkable work history.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations for efficiency and compliance.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team.
• Manage stock control and ordering processes.
• Maintain high culinary standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stock control

Food safety compliance

Culinary standards

Job description

Avolta are opening a new Bill's Restaurant at Heathrow Terminal 2 in 2026! They are looking for an experienced Head Chef/Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen at our brand‑new restaurant. In this pivotal role, you’ll take full ownership of back‑of‑house operations, delivering exceptional food quality, maintaining compliance with all standards, and creating a positive, high‑performing kitchen culture. From stock control and food safety to team development and smooth workflows, you’ll ensure every plate reflects the brand.

Main Duties

• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and compliance with food safety and health & safety standards.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Manage stock control, ordering, and due diligence processes.
• Maintain high culinary standards and deliver dishes that delight guests.

About The Role

Avolta is launching a new Bill's Restaurant at Heathrow Terminal 2 in 2026. As Head Chef/Kitchen Manager, you will own back‑of‑house operations, drive food quality, uphold compliance, and nurture a high‑performing kitchen culture. You will oversee stock control, food safety, team growth, and workflow efficiency, ensuring every plate embodies our brand.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar leadership role in a busy hospitality environment.
• Passion for fresh, seasonal food and delivering exceptional quality.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to inspire and guide your team.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations.
• A valid UK passport.
• For non‑British nationals, a share code and date of birth to verify your immigration status via the UK Government’s online Right to Work checking service.
• A five‑year checkable work history.

What They Offer

They offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic, growing business. Our people are at the heart of everything they do, which is why they’re committed to ensuring your satisfaction by providing:

Financial Benefits

• An opportunity to earn an extra £50‑£500 each time you successfully recommend a friend – unlimited!
• Discount Designer Shopping Platform – up to 50% off retail prices
• Free meals on site
• 50% off any of our locations for you & up to 4 others when you are not working – share the love with your loved ones!
• Benefit platform with exclusive discounts on shopping, cinema tickets, travel, and more

Health Benefits

• Access to an employee assistance programme offering support to you and your family members with 24/7 telephone advice, free face‑to‑face counselling sessions and much more. Your well‑being is important to Them!
• Healthcare Cash Plan – receive cash back for healthcare expenses including dental, optical, physio, and more
• Access to 24/7 virtual GP appointments
• Discounted gym memberships at over 3,000 gyms across the UK
• Free access to apps for virtual physiotherapy treatment and skin cancer screening

Lifestyle Benefits

• Your birthday off, as a paid holiday, every year!
• A generous life assurance benefit. We want our employees to have peace of mind and security with their future.
• Dedicated training and development plans to support progression. Did you know that almost 70% of our managers were promoted internally? And over 50% at our support office! We want you to grow with us.

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