This isn’t just a chef role; this is a true leadership opportunity.
Imagine running a brand-new, state-of-the-art kitchen, cooking with fresh, high-quality ingredients, leading a small, talented brigade, and serving food that genuinely excites and energises people — all while enjoying your evenings and weekends back.
This is your chance to step into a role where food, people, and standards truly matter.
The Opportunity:
You’ll take full ownership of a newly launched workplace dining operation serving up to 400 office professionals each day. This is a flagship site — and you’ll be the driving force behind its success.
You’ll lead a team of three chefs, set the culinary vision, and deliver food that goes far beyond “canteen dining.” Think restaurant-quality food, done efficiently, creatively, and consistently.
This role is perfect for a strong Head Chef or an ambitious Sous Chef ready to step up and lead something of their own.
What You’ll Be Responsible For:
* Leading and inspiring a brigade of 3 chefs with confidence, clarity, and high standards
* Designing and delivering fresh, seasonal menus that people genuinely look forward to
* Producing outstanding breakfast and lunch services for a high-volume, quality-focused site
* Creating food that reflects modern dining trends while remaining commercially smart
* Maintaining impeccable standards across food quality, presentation, hygiene, and safety
* Building trusted relationships with on-site stakeholders through consistent excellence
* Taking full ownership of your kitchen — this is your operation to run
Who Thrives in This Role
You’ll succeed here if you:
Are currently a Head Chef or a Sous Chef ready for your next step
Come from a restaurant, contract caterers, gastro pub, or quality-driven fresh food background
Care deeply about flavour, presentation, and consistency
Are a natural leader who brings the best out of others
Take pride in building something, not just maintaining it
Want structure, balance, and long-term progression without compromising standards
Talent, attitude, and leadership matter most.
Why This Role Stands Out:
* Monday to Friday daytimes only — your evenings and weekends are yours
* Daytime hours — real work-life balance
* £50,000 salary plus great benefits including free car parking
* Brand-new kitchen and operation — no inherited problems
* Creative freedom within a supportive, professional environment
* A role where food is genuinely valued, not cut corners
Salary description
£50000.00 - £50000.00 per year