Lead Chef – Large-Scale Event Menus, Glasgow

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Glasgow is seeking a Lead Chef for its retail outlets. This full-time position requires significant culinary management experience, leadership skills, and the ability to create engaging menus. Responsibilities include managing kitchen staff and ensuring high food quality standards. Enjoy competitive salary, excellent benefits, and 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Flexible scheduling is required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior chef role (Sous Chef level or similar).
• Strong understanding of large-scale food production.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation and presentation for consistency and quality.
• Support menu development and innovation.
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Food Safety Expertise

Menu Planning

Creativity

Communication

Job description

A leading food service company in Glasgow is seeking a Lead Chef for its retail outlets. This full-time position requires significant culinary management experience, leadership skills, and the ability to create engaging menus. Responsibilities include managing kitchen staff and ensuring high food quality standards. Enjoy competitive salary, excellent benefits, and 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Flexible scheduling is required.