Head Chef - Leeds

Compass Group PLC; Leeds; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Leeds is seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead their onsite catering team. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality meals, managing a motivated kitchen team, and maintaining food safety standards. The ideal candidate should have proven experience, strong leadership skills, and creativity in menu planning. This role offers a competitive salary and great working benefits.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Free meals on site

Access to onsite gym facilities

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a busy kitchen environment.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and allergen management.
• Creative approach to menu planning and food presentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver a varied and nutritious menu.
• Lead, motivate, and support the kitchen team.
• Maintain food hygiene and health & safety compliance.
• Manage stock levels, ordering, and budgets efficiently.
• Ensure excellent presentation and portion control.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Menu planning

Hygiene management

Job description

Head Chef - Royal Mail, Leeds

Salary: £30,204 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Shifts: Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 5:30pm; Occasional Saturday mornings (1 in 4) – Overtime paid.

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead our onsite catering team at Royal Mail in Leeds. You'll be responsible for delivering high‑quality meals to our staff and visitors, ensuring excellent standards of food safety, presentation, and service. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated chef who enjoys working in a friendly, professional environment with great benefits and work‑life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver a varied and nutritious menu to meet staff needs
• Lead, motivate, and support the kitchen team to achieve high culinary standards
• Maintain food hygiene and health & safety compliance at all times
• Manage stock levels, ordering, and budgets efficiently
• Ensure a smooth daily service while maintaining excellent presentation and portion control

About You

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a busy kitchen environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and allergen management
• Creative approach to menu planning and food presentation
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines

What We Offer

• £30,204 per year
• Free onsite parking
• Free meals on site
• Access to onsite gym facilities
• Overtime opportunities (Saturday mornings, 1 in 4)
• Supportive and friendly working environment

Additional Information

A Standard DBS check will be required for this role. Apply today to join Royal Mail's dedicated catering team in Leeds and take pride in serving those who help keep the country connected.

About Us

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet‑positive catering. At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.