Lead Chef - High-Volume Workplace Catering

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking an experienced Chef to lead operations at NEXT Pontefract. This role involves culinary leadership and managing a kitchen team, ensuring food quality and compliance with health standards. Successful candidates will have a strong background in high-volume catering and excellent leadership skills. Benefits include holidays, training opportunities, and a supportive work-life balance.

Benefits

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Free onsite parking

Free meals while on shift

Pension and life assurance

Lifestyle, retail, and wellbeing discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef within a high-volume catering environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage teams effectively.
• Excellent knowledge of fresh food preparation and menu development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of fresh, seasonal menus.
• Coach and develop the kitchen team, supporting recruitment and training.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Food safety knowledge

Menu development

Cost control

Team management

Job description

A leading catering company is seeking an experienced Chef to lead operations at NEXT Pontefract. This role involves culinary leadership and managing a kitchen team, ensuring food quality and compliance with health standards. Successful candidates will have a strong background in high-volume catering and excellent leadership skills. Benefits include holidays, training opportunities, and a supportive work-life balance.