Lead Chef: HACCP, High-Volume Dining & Team Leadership

First Military Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Head Chef to manage a kitchen in a high-paced environment. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and training staff on food safety procedures. The ideal candidate must have relevant qualifications in food safety and management, along with experience in catering for large groups. This role entails communication with front-of-house staff and effective waste management practices.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex dietary needs.
• Familiarity with strict procedures and paperwork.
• Completion of PGL Leadership and Management Programme (if internal).
• Full UK Driver's licence required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cooking and serving procedures ensuring compliance.
• Train kitchen staff on food safety and hygiene.
• Manage kitchen scheduling and communicate production plans.
• Record kitchen waste and implement stock rotation practices.

Skills

Food safety management

Leadership

Effective communication

Team management

Education

City & Guilds 7061 / 2 or NVQ equivalent

Management Qualification (e.g. ILM Level 3)

GCSE Grade A-C in English and Maths

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Head Chef to manage a kitchen in a high-paced environment. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and training staff on food safety procedures. The ideal candidate must have relevant qualifications in food safety and management, along with experience in catering for large groups. This role entails communication with front-of-house staff and effective waste management practices.