Head Chef: Lead Kitchen Team & Fresh Menu Creations

Sodexo Group; Royston; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo Group in Royston seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead the catering operation at the Johnson Matthey site. The role requires day-to-day kitchen leadership, delivering high standards of food, service, safety and presentation, and working closely with the Catering Manager.

Working Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm (40 hours/week), you will have opportunities to contribute to menu development and events while managing costs and supervising a team.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or senior kitchen lead in high-volume catering.
• Strong leadership to motivate and develop a team.
• Experience managing food costs, stock control and budgets.
• Committed to high standards of food safety and HACCP compliance.
• Ability to develop menus and drive guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team to deliver outstanding food and service.
• Prepare and serve fresh, high-quality food with excellent presentation.
• Manage food costs, stock control and waste to meet targets.
• Drive sales through creative menus, seasonal offers and promotions.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety, Health & Safety standards.
• Monitor hygiene and audit readiness to maintain quality.
• Deliver exceptional customer experience during every service.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Leadership

Food cost control

Food safety HACCP

Menu development

Customer service

Flexible hours

Job description

Sodexo Group in Royston seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead the catering operation at the Johnson Matthey site. The role requires day-to-day kitchen leadership, delivering high standards of food, service, safety and presentation, and working closely with the Catering Manager.

Working Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm (40 hours/week), you will have opportunities to contribute to menu development and events while managing costs and supervising a team.