Hospitality and Retail Head Chef

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Hospitality and Retail Head Chef for a site undergoing refurbishment in Cambridge. Responsibilities include managing a team of chefs and ensuring high-quality food preparation for a large clientele. Candidates should have experience in contract catering or hotel banqueting and possess strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits including personal development, wellbeing support, and various recognition schemes.

Benefits

Personal development and training

Eye care

Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Program

Family-friendly policies

Social events and leadership communication

Recognition schemes and awards

Long service awards

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Experienced head chef in B&I contract catering or hotel banqueting.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong leadership qualities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 10-12 chefs, reporting to the Executive Chef.
• Oversee food preparation and maintain quality standards.
• Develop and plan menus aligned with client expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Job description

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Hospitality and Retail Head Chef, Cambridge

Client: Vacherin

Location: Cambridge

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 to work at our site currently undergoing refurbishment.

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

Location: EC2V 7QP

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

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of 10-12 chefs, including Sous Chefs, Chef De Parties, Commis Chefs, and Kitchen Porters, reporting to the Executive Chef
• Oversee all food preparation to the highest standard
• Ensure timely food production for smooth service
• Maintain ingredient availability for menus
• Develop and plan menus aligned with client and customer expectations
• Be creative in menu planning, incorporating client and customer input
• Uphold food quality and hygiene standards
• Manage the kitchen team overall
• Provide performance feedback and coaching
• Ensure team completion of up-to-date COSHH and Food Hygiene training

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Experienced head chef with background in B&I contract catering or hotel banqueting
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong leadership qualities
• Passion for creating innovative retail and hospitality offerings

What's in it for you?

Benefits include:

• Personal development and training
• Eye care
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Program
• Family-friendly policies
• Social events and leadership communication
• Recognition schemes and awards
• Long service awards
• High street discount vouchers

Vacherin became part of CH&CO Catering Group Ltd in 2021.