Hospitality and Retail Head Chef

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

Job summary

A leading catering company seeks a Hospitality and Retail Head Chef in Peterborough. You'll manage a large team while overseeing food preparation and menu planning for daily lunches and events. Ideal candidates have experience in B&I contract catering or hotel banqueting, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

Personal development and training

Eye care

Wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Program

Family support

Social events and leadership communication

Recognition schemes and awards

Long service awards

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Experienced head chef with B&I contract catering or hotel banqueting background.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 10-12 including Sous Chefs, Chef De Parties, Commis Chefs, and Kitchen Porters.
• Oversee all food preparation to high standards.
• Develop and plan menus aligned with client and customer expectations.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Creativity

Job description

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Hospitality and Retail Head Chef, Peterborough

Client: Vacherin

Location: Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 a 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 including Sous Chefs, Chef De Parties, Commis Chefs, and Kitchen Porters
• Oversee all food preparation to high standards
• 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, involving clients and customers
• Uphold food quality and hygiene standards
• Manage the kitchen team overall
• Provide performance feedback and coaching
• Ensure team completion of COSHH and Food Hygiene training

Ideal Candidate:

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

Benefits:

Working with Vacherin offers various perks including:

• Personal development and training
• Eye care
• Wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Program
• Family support
• 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.