Lead Kitchen Innovator & Seasonal Menu Master

BM Caterers; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual day off for birthday

Monthly masterclasses with Michelin‑st

Fully funded development courses (2–7)

Apprenticeship and career development

Freedom Friday - paid day off to vol

Free lunch on shift

Discounts and cashback at retailers

Cycle-to-work scheme

Mental Health Charter App access

Enhanced parental leave

Paid leave for fertility treatment

Grandparent leave

Extra paid day off for wedding/commit{

Pension and life assurance

Job summary

BM Caterers in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team, set high standards and create seasonal, nutritious menus that delight clients. You will drive food innovation, champion GP performance, recruit and coach staff, and work closely with site and operations teams while upholding food safety and compliance across sites.

This role offers development opportunities, opportunities to engage with BM forums, and the chance to influence catering services across multiple

Qualifications

• Strong experience as a Head Chef or senior kitchen leader.
• Passion for ingredients, seasonality and presentation.
• Confidence leading and developing teams.
• Commercial awareness and focus on standards.
• Great communication and organisation skills.
• A proactive and inspiring approach.

Responsibilities

• Leading the kitchen team and setting high standards.
• Creating seasonal, nutritious and well-balanced menus.
• Driving food innovation and strong GP performance.
• Recruiting, training and developing your team.
• Working closely with site and operations teams.
• Attending BM forums and leading craft workshops.
• Building strong customer connections and using feedback to inspire ideas.
• Ensuring full food safety and compliance standards are met.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Team leadership

Menu development

Seasonal menus

Commercial awareness

Communication

Organisational skills

Proactive and inspiring approach

Job description

BM Caterers in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team, set high standards and create seasonal, nutritious menus that delight clients. You will drive food innovation, champion GP performance, recruit and coach staff, and work closely with site and operations teams while upholding food safety and compliance across sites.

This role offers development opportunities, opportunities to engage with BM forums, and the chance to influence catering services across multiple