Head Chef

Head Chef

Circa £33,000 

Head Chef – Multi‑Site Support Role

We’re seeking a talented Head Chef to support the Chef Manager in delivering fresh, innovative dishes across three locations.

The ideal candidate will bring culinary flair, strong organisational skills, a passion for team development, and confidence in menu creation.

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 on our Perkbox app; high street shops, 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.

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 an experienced and innovative Head Chef to support the culinary team within the JCB estate focussing on 3 locations. As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and service.

• Develop and implement creative, seasonal menus that align with our brand and customer preferences
• Lead and inspire a team of skilled culinary professionals, fostering a positive and collaborative kitchen environment
• Manage kitchen operations, including staff scheduling, inventory control, and food cost management
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and hygiene regulations
• Collaborate with the management team to achieve financial targets and improve overall kitchen efficiency
• Oversee quality control for all food preparation and presentation
• Participate in menu tastings, special events, and client meetings as required
• Stay abreast of current culinary trends and incorporate them into menu offerings where appropriate
• Mentor and develop junior staff members, promoting skill enhancement and career growth

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume, professional kitchen setting
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team
• Excellent culinary skills and in-depth knowledge of various cuisines and cooking techniques
• Proficiency in menu planning, recipe development, and food presentation
• Strong understanding of food safety principles and relevant certifications (e.g., Level 4 Food Safety)
• Ability to manage budgets, control costs, and optimise kitchen efficiency
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution
• Up-to-date knowledge of dietary requirements and food allergies
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and kitchen equipment

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.