Head Chef – Premium Corporate Kitchen, London

Sodexo; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent, full‑time opportunities

Prestigious corporate account inLondon

Career development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Support of Sodexo

Wellbeing and family benefits

Job summary

Sodexo in London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a high-end corporate kitchen. You will manage food quality, presentation and service, while balancing culinary excellence with strong financial performance.

The role requires hands-on leadership, menu development and accountable kitchen operations across a prestigious corporate account. Weekdays, with occasional events, on-site in London.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef ready to step up.
• Hands-on contract catering experience in premium corporate environments.
• Passion for fresh food, creative menus and presentation.
• Experience managing kitchen budgets, costs and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operation with exceptional standards of quality and service.
• Hands-on food preparation, cooking and service; set standards for the team.
• Develop innovative seasonal menus for a premium corporate dining environment.
• Oversee menu planning, recipe development, portion control and costing.
• Manage budgets including food and labour costs; ensure profitability.
• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen brigade; foster teamwork and continuous improvement.

Skills

Head Chef

Kitchen leadership

Budget management

P&L accountability

Menu development

Food safety HACCP

Team motivation

Supplier relationships

Job description

Sodexo in London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a high-end corporate kitchen. You will manage food quality, presentation and service, while balancing culinary excellence with strong financial performance.

The role requires hands-on leadership, menu development and accountable kitchen operations across a prestigious corporate account. Weekdays, with occasional events, on-site in London.