Head Chef: Lead, Inspire & Elevate Culinary Excellence

BaxterStorey; Rochester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Apprenticeships

Pension

Perkbox Discounts

Employee assistance (EAP)

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking a Head Chef to lead and inspire a culinary team, delivering exceptional standards and innovative food experiences. You will manage performance, budgets and client relations to drive commercial success.

Join a renowned hospitality partner and help set new workplace dining standards while nurturing talent and growth. The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on leadership in a busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Head Chef or in a similar role.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to mentor a team.
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting and cost control.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, collaborate and support your team to deliver exceptional standards.
• Build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Develop your team through mentoring, training, recognition and empowerment.
• Create a culture of excellence with service, food standards and innovation.
• Achieve KPIs including Health and Safety, Sustainability, Financial and Governance.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Leadership

Budgeting

Food quality

Communication

Strategic thinking

Tools

P&L analytics

Job description

BaxterStorey is seeking a Head Chef to lead and inspire a culinary team, delivering exceptional standards and innovative food experiences. You will manage performance, budgets and client relations to drive commercial success.

Join a renowned hospitality partner and help set new workplace dining standards while nurturing talent and growth. The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on leadership in a busy kitchen.