Head Chef: Lead Creative Kitchen for Pupils & Staff

Lodestone House; Handcross; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Contributory pension

Career development programmes

Healthcare for you and family

Car parking

Job summary

Brighton College Prep Handcross is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen operation, delivering exceptional food experiences for pupils and staff at our Sussex campus. You will inspire your team and ensure top-quality meals in a premium educational setting.

Excellent culinary skills, leadership, and a strong emphasis on food safety and cost control will help maintain high standards across all meals served to students and staff.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within contract catering or premium hospitality & events.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to consistently deliver exceptional food and service.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Menu costing

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff training

Communication skills

Food safety HACCP

Education

Level 3 Food Safety qualification

Tools

Catering management systems

Job description

Brighton College Prep Handcross is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen operation, delivering exceptional food experiences for pupils and staff at our Sussex campus. You will inspire your team and ensure top-quality meals in a premium educational setting.

Excellent culinary skills, leadership, and a strong emphasis on food safety and cost control will help maintain high standards across all meals served to students and staff.