Senior Head Chef: Lead Across Sites in Contract Catering

RGIT Australia; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days holiday + bank holidays

Handshake week off at Christmas

Job summary

RGIT Australia is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead food production across two main sites and seven small cafe venues in Leeds. This full-time permanent role covers retail, events and delivered catering with a strong focus on leadership, menu development and cost management.

You will oversee food safety, quality standards and team development, working closely with senior management on food strategy and innovation to shape a large-scale operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience within Contract Catering.
• Recognised culinary qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of hospitality and food production.
• Experience of menu development and design.
• Experience catering for a broad range of customers and events.
• Good understanding of budgets, GP and cost control.
• Proven ability to manage, motivate and develop teams.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A creative approach to food development and innovation.
• High standards of food safety, hygiene and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily preparation, production and service of food across the venues.
• Manage and motivate chefs and food production staff.
• Develop menus, recipes and new food concepts.
• Support retail, events and delivered catering.
• Manage food costs, GP, portion control, stock and waste.
• Oversee food purchasing and supplier relationships.
• Ensure recipes, allergen information and menu pricing remain accurate.
• Maintain excellent Food Safety, HACCP and Health & Safety standards.
• Ensure teams are appropriately trained and compliant.
• Monitor operational KPIs and take action where required.
• Encourage innovation and continually improve the food offer.
• Deputise for the Food Services Manager when required.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Food safety

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

RGIT Australia is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead food production across two main sites and seven small cafe venues in Leeds. This full-time permanent role covers retail, events and delivered catering with a strong focus on leadership, menu development and cost management.

You will oversee food safety, quality standards and team development, working closely with senior management on food strategy and innovation to shape a large-scale operation.