Head Chef — Lead, Inspire & Elevate Exceptional Dining

WSH Group; Stoke Gifford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bankolidays

Birthday off

Pension and life insurance

Free meals on shift

Wellbeing hub

Discounts via Perkbox app

Cycle to work scheme

Apprenticeships opportunities

Bespoke training and development

Job summary

BaxterStorey in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head Chef to lead and inspire a talented culinary team in Stoke Gifford. You will mentor staff, maintain exceptional food standards, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver memorable dining experiences.

You should demonstrate strong budgeting, operational leadership, and a passion for quality. The role offers structured development, a supportive environment, and a commitment to excellent service and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Head Chef or similar role.
• Ability to mentor, train and support a team.
• Financially astute with budgeting and commercial performance focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and support your direct reports to deliver exceptional standards.
• Build positive relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Develop your team through mentoring, training, recognition and empowerment.
• Create a culture of excellence with outstanding food standards and innovation.
• Achieve KPI's including Health and Safety, Sustainability, Financial and Governance.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Team leadership

Budgeting

Food quality focus

Communication skills

Education

Culinary qualification or professional chef certification

Job description

BaxterStorey in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head Chef to lead and inspire a talented culinary team in Stoke Gifford. You will mentor staff, maintain exceptional food standards, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver memorable dining experiences.

You should demonstrate strong budgeting, operational leadership, and a passion for quality. The role offers structured development, a supportive environment, and a commitment to excellent service and sustainability.