Lead Chef: Creative, Food-First Kitchen Leader

Chartwells Independent; Tadworth; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Free access to site gym

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a visionary Head Chef for a flagship contract at a corporate headquarters in Tadworth, Surrey. You will lead two kitchens delivering breakfast, lunch and coffee shop services, shaping a complex food and hospitality offer with high standards and operational excellence.

There is a strong emphasis on food creativity, supplier relationships and cost control, while maintaining quality across a busy service.

Qualifications

• Seasoned Head Chef with leadership in a busy kitchen.
• Strong focus on menu development and consistency.
• Experience balancing flavour with cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead your kitchen to deliver high-quality, consistent plates.
• Create a kitchen culture prioritising high standards and innovation.
• Stay current with food trends and forward-thinking techniques.
• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders to align on expectations.
• Deliver excellence in quality, safety, sustainability and cost control.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Food Costing

Client Relations

Quality Standards

Job description

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a visionary Head Chef for a flagship contract at a corporate headquarters in Tadworth, Surrey. You will lead two kitchens delivering breakfast, lunch and coffee shop services, shaping a complex food and hospitality offer with high standards and operational excellence.

There is a strong emphasis on food creativity, supplier relationships and cost control, while maintaining quality across a busy service.