Head Chef - Sleaford

Dine Contract Catering Ltd; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Dine Contract Catering Ltd in Sleaford is seeking a visionary Head Chef for a Monday to Friday, 42.5-hour week, 7am–4pm. This weekdays-only role offers a salary of up to £33,277 per annum, depending on experience.

You will lead a dynamic kitchen, set high standards, develop a strong team, and deliver exceptional dining experiences. This is a hands-on, creative role in a fast-paced catering environment that values excellence and consistency.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a busy kitchen is essential.
• Strong leadership and communication with clients and team.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes.
• Drive culinary creativity while maintaining cost controls and standards.
• Maintain food safety, quality and service during all shifts.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to ensure satisfaction.
• Oversee menus and programmes across breakfast, lunch, dinner and service periods.

Job description

Head Chef - Weekdays Only!

Location: Sleaford

Working Pattern: 42.5 Hours, Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm

Salary: Up to £33,277 per annum, depending on experience

Personality behind every plate

Great food startswith great people. From our chefs bringing creativity and personality to everyplate, to the teams who make it all happen, our people are what make Dine,Dine. With Northern roots and teams across the UK, we’re proud to do things theDine way – personal, passionate and always food-first.

Are you ready to take the lead in a dynamic culinary environment where creativity, excellence, and innovation are always on the menu?

We're on the hunt for a visionary Head Chef who lives and breathes food, someone who’s not just skilled in the kitchen but dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences. This is more than just a cooking role; it’s an opportunity to lead, inspire, and deliver unforgettable food programmes that push boundaries and excite every palate. If you're driven to constantly raise the bar and love developing a high-performing kitchen team that thrive on creativity and excellence, we want to hear from you.

Services Include

• Breakfast, lunch, dinner and night shift feeding


• Vending and Coffee Shop


• Hospitality

Key Responsibilities

• Lead your kitchen like a well-seasoned pro, ensuring every plate tells a story of flavour, consistency, and character.


• Create a kitchen culture where high standards come naturally and pushing culinary boundaries is part of the daily rhythm.


• Stay sharp on food trends and forward-thinking techniques, you know what’s next before it hits the menu.


• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, you speak the language of food and business.


• Deliver excellence beyond the plate by hitting key targets in quality, safety, sustainability, and cost control.

What You’ll Bring To The Table

• A seasoned Head Chef ready to take the lead in a fast-paced, flavour-driven environment with multiple dining touchpoints.


• Energised by developing talent and creating a kitchen team that thrives on excellence, efficiency, and shared success.


• At true chef at heart, committed to delivering exceptional food experiences while upholding company standards and exceeding client expectations.


• Confident balancing flavour and finance. Skilled in food costing, supplier relationships, and smart kitchen economics.


• Calm, focused, and fast on your feet, you thrive in a busy service and never compromise on quality under pressure.

Hungry for more?

We also offer exciting culinary pathways for team members who want to level up. With real-time mentoring, hands-on experience, and the chance to earn recognised qualifications, it’s a delicious way to grow your skills while doing what you love.

Job Reference: com/1410/99913001/52769816/SU #DINE

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We stride to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!