Hospitality and Retail Head Chef

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

Job summary

A leading company, Vacherin, is looking for a Hospitality and Retail Head Chef in Warrington to manage a large team and ensure exceptional food quality. This role involves menu development, staff supervision, and maintaining high hygiene standards in a busy environment serving hundreds daily.

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 in B&I contract catering or hotel banqueting.
• Passionate about innovative hospitality offerings.
• Strong leadership and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 10-12 kitchen staff.
• Oversee food preparation and maintain high standards.
• Develop and plan menus based on expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Menu Planning

Food Hygiene

Job description

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Hospitality and Retail Head Chef, Warrington, Cheshire

Client: Vacherin

Location: Warrington, Cheshire

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 for our site undergoing a major 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 people several times a week.

Location: EC2V 7QP

Rate of pay: £50,000 per annum + 1.5x 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 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
• Innovate 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

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

Benefits:

Working with Vacherin offers numerous benefits:

• Personal development and training
• Eye care
• Wellbeing programs including Employee Assistance and 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.