Operations Chef – High-Volume Kitchen, Overtime & Perks

Gategroup; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global catering company in Crawley is seeking an Operations Chef to join their culinary team. This role involves preparing high-quality in‑flight meals, managing production shifts, and adhering to food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have chef experience in a high‑volume environment and hold a Basic Food Hygiene certification. This position offers a rotating shift pattern, free meals, and various employee benefits including paid holiday and pension scheme.

Benefits

Complimentary meals

Free parking

Paid holiday

Company sick pay

Pension scheme

Employee support programme

Refer‑a‑friend bonuses

Access to a staff discount platform

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Must have Basic Food Hygiene certification.
• Experience in high‑volume catering or production is required.
• Strong skills in teamwork and communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily production shifts.
• Train and guide shift staff, ensuring procedures are followed.
• Prepare and cook food items to approved recipes and specifications.
• Monitor yields and ensure minimal waste.
• Maintain quality production standards across all dishes.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and safety regulations.

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene certification

Chef experience in high‑volume catering/production

Strong teamwork

Communication

Time‑management

Ability to work under pressure

Self‑motivated

Detail‑focused

Reliable

Job description

A global catering company in Crawley is seeking an Operations Chef to join their culinary team. This role involves preparing high-quality in‑flight meals, managing production shifts, and adhering to food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have chef experience in a high‑volume environment and hold a Basic Food Hygiene certification. This position offers a rotating shift pattern, free meals, and various employee benefits including paid holiday and pension scheme.