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Midas Selection Ltd; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking an experienced Head Chef to champion kitchen operations at a new venue in Kidlington, Oxfordshire. This role requires a creative culinary leader to develop exciting menus and ensure guest satisfaction while managing kitchen staff. Candidates should possess strong management and communication skills, along with experience in high-volume catering. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £49,000 annually, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in high volume catering.
• Ability to create exciting menus and adapt to current food trends.
• Strong management skills and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Introduce new menus that reflect food trends and nutritional concepts.
• Manage kitchen staff and maintain consistent quality.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Communication

Strategic planning

Kitchen management

Job description

Head Chef

Reference #: 1651805-NS37

Location: Kidlington, Oxfordshire

Salary: £45-49k per annum, plus company benefits

Type: Permanent

Posted On: 08/12/2025

Contact: Nikki Sanders

The Opportunity

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a true culinary leader to oversee a new contract operations within a stunning venue. This is a perfect role for a Head Chef or experienced Sous Chef with experience in high volume catering, hospitality who is looking for an opportunity with a company who are at the top of their game, allows you to be creative and offers tailor made training & development.

The Role

This is a crucial role at this venue. You will be a creative culinary leader, introducing new, exciting menus that reflect current food trends and various nutritional concepts. You will have strong management and leadership skills, excellent communication and strategic planning. You will work closely with the kitchen management, ensuring consistent quality, profitability and guest satisfaction is always achieved.

The Ideal applicant

We are looking for a talented Head Chef or Sous Chef with culinary flair, someone with energy and personality, who can adapt to all areas of high-end venue, developing flexible menu’s. You will have fine dining, menu development, training and development, kitchen management and the desire to progress and grow with a fantastic company. You will be compliant with the necessary regulations, laws, nutrition, and due diligence. Accuracy with your costings is also essential.

Your Consultant

Nikki Sanders

Email: [e-mail]