Head Chef: Lead, Innovate & Elevate Menus

WSH Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days holiday incl bank holidays

Birthday off paid day

26 weeks maternity leave

Pension & life insurance

Free meals on shift

Training & development opportunities

Perkbox discounts

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen in a dynamic contract catering environment. You will oversee food preparation, staff, budgets, and menu development to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

We value culinary excellence, strong leadership, and rigorous safety standards, with a focus on creativity, client collaboration, and ongoing development of the culinary team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Senior Chef in large-scale catering or food production.
• Advanced culinary knowledge across techniques and cuisines.
• Strong leadership with kitchen team management.
• Solid understanding of food safety, HACCP, and health regulations.
• Experience with budgeting, cost control, and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team with clear direction and feedback.
• Plan, develop, and execute diverse client menus meeting dietary needs.
• Oversee food preparation, safety, budgeting, and menu innovation.
• Collaborate with clients and management to deliver tailored catering solutions.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Leadership

Culinary knowledge

Food safety HACCP

Menu planning

Cost analysis

Allergen management

Staff scheduling

Job description

BaxterStorey in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen in a dynamic contract catering environment. You will oversee food preparation, staff, budgets, and menu development to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

We value culinary excellence, strong leadership, and rigorous safety standards, with a focus on creativity, client collaboration, and ongoing development of the culinary team.