Hospitality & Fine Dining Head Chef

Compass Group; London; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a creative and experienced Head Chef to lead their kitchen team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. This role involves overseeing all aspects of hospitality catering, from menu design to execution, in a prestigious corporate setting. You will manage a talented team, ensuring high standards of food safety and hygiene while developing innovative menus for various events. Join a supportive work environment that values your contributions and offers professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and looking to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Food shop discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Discount sharing with family and friends

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in hospitality or event catering.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with a focus on team development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of hospitality catering, ensuring quality and presentation.
• Manage and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Menu Design

Food Safety Standards

Team Development

Culinary Creativity

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Job description

Hospitality Head Chef - Corporate Dining

• Location: Walking distance from Bank Tube Station, London
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
• Salary: £50,000 per annum

Are you a creative and experienced Head Chef with a passion for delivering outstanding hospitality experiences? We're looking for a talented professional to lead our kitchen team and elevate the dining experience in a prestigious corporate setting.

About the Role:

• Oversee all aspects of hospitality catering, from planning to execution, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation.
• Manage and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Develop innovative menus tailored to a variety of events, from high-profile meetings to elegant receptions.
• Maintain rigorous food safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage stock control, ordering, and cost efficiency to meet financial targets.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £50,000 per annum.
• Monday-to-Friday schedule, offering a fantastic work-life balance.
• Opportunity to lead a talented team in a central London location.
• A creative role where you can shape the culinary offering for a discerning clientele.
• Professional development opportunities and career progression.
• Supportive work environment within a prestigious corporate venue.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, ideally within a hospitality or event catering environment.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with a focus on team development.
• A creative flair for menu design and a passion for delivering memorable dining experiences.
• Excellent understanding of food trends, dietary requirements, and presentation techniques.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplaces as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

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 strive 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!