Hospitality and Retail Head Chef

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company known for delivering unique dining experiences as a Hospitality and Retail Head Chef in Basingstoke. The role includes managing a sizable kitchen team and ensuring high standards of food quality and hygiene, with a competitive salary of £50,000 per year.

Benefits

Personal Development and Training

Eye care

Wellbeing programs

Family support

Social events

Recognition and awards

Long service awards

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Experienced head chef with a background in B&I contract catering or hotels with banqueting.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 10-12 staff including Sous Chefs and Kitchen Porters.
• Prepare and oversee all food preparation to high standards.
• Develop and plan menus aligned with client expectations.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Creativity

Job description

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Hospitality and Retail Head Chef, Basingstoke

Client: Vacherin

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

Vacherin is committed to delivering deliciously different experiences, having fun, and conducting business with a social and environmental conscience. We are recruiting a Hospitality and Retail Head Chef for our site currently undergoing refurbishment.

About the site: This B&I site serves lunch for 400-550 people daily and hosts hospitality events four times weekly, with evening events for up to 350 guests.

Location: EC2V 7QP

Rate of pay: £50,000 per annum + 1.5 overtime

Working pattern: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week - 7am to 3.30pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of 10-12 staff, including Sous Chefs, Chef De Parties, Commis Chefs, and Kitchen Porters, reporting to the Executive Chef
• Prepare and oversee all food preparation to high standards
• Ensure timely food production for smooth service
• Ensure ingredient availability for menus
• Develop and plan menus aligned with client and customer expectations
• Be creative in menu planning, involving clients and customers
• Maintain high standards of food quality and hygiene
• Manage the kitchen team overall
• Provide feedback and coaching
• Ensure team completion of COSHH and Food Hygiene training

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Experienced head chef with background in B&I contract catering or hotels with banqueting
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong leadership abilities
• Passionate about creating innovative retail and hospitality offerings

What's in it for you?

Working with Vacherin offers many benefits, including:

• Personal Development and Training
• Eye care
• Wellbeing programs, Employee Assistance, salary finance
• Family support
• Social events and leadership communication
• Recognition and awards
• Long service awards
• High street discount vouchers

Vacherin is part of CH&CO Catering Group Ltd since 2021.