Overview
Location: Mecklenburgh Square, London, WC1N
Salary: Up to £52,000
Head Chef
Retail & Hospitality / Events
Up to 52k
Kings Cross
5 days out of 7
Benefits
- 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
- Plus your birthday off
- 3 volunteering days
- 3 days grandparent leave.
- 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave.
- Secondary carer leave
- Wedding/commitment day leave.
- Free meals on shift.
- Bespoke training and development opportunities
- Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
- Pension and life insurance.
- Discounts available from HAPI app, from high street shops to holidays & cinema.
- Wellbeing hub.
- Access to employee assistance programme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
Calling all culinary connoisseurs that are OBSESSED about food, we need you! If you have an insatiable appetite for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create food that delights customers and clients, then look no further. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish, your talents can shine and we wholeheartedly believe in nourishing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve, refine their craft and create a development partnership together to ensure professional growth opportunities.
We have an exciting opportunity for a collaborative, inclusive and passionate Head Chef to join our team at Goodenough College in the heart of Bloomsbury
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Head Chef to make a name for themselves within the food service industry and be a part of setting the new standard for workplace hospitality.
Baxterstorey is seeking a visionary and decisive Head Chef to lead our culinary team in London, United Kingdom. As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and service.
- Develop and implement innovative menus that align with current culinary trends and customer preferences
- Lead and inspire a team of skilled culinary professionals, fostering a positive and productive kitchen environment
- Manage kitchen operations, including staff scheduling, inventory control, and food cost management
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations
- Collaborate with the management team to achieve financial targets and improve overall kitchen performance
- Oversee food preparation, presentation, and quality control across all meal services
- Maintain relationships with suppliers and negotiate contracts to ensure the best quality ingredients at competitive prices
- Participate in menu tastings, special events, and customer feedback sessions to continuously improve our culinary offerings
- Stay abreast of industry trends and implement new techniques and technologies to enhance kitchen efficiency and food quality
- Culinary degree or diploma from a recognised institution
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar senior culinary role within high-volume food service operations
- Advanced knowledge of various cuisines and culinary techniques
- Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities
- Proficiency in menu planning, recipe development, and food cost control
- In-depth understanding of health and safety regulations, including food hygiene and allergen management
- Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and profit management
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Up-to-date food hygiene and safety certifications
- Passion for culinary innovation and commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences
