Head chef - Busy staff dining

I am currently recruiting for an experienced and dynamic Head Chef to lead an exciting large-scale Business & Industry dining operation in London for one of the UK's leading contract catering companies.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Head Chef to oversee a busy, modern food hall-style staff dining restaurant delivering high-volume, fresh food concepts across multiple service outlets.

The successful Head Chef will manage and inspire a brigade of over 20 chefs within a fast-paced corporate environment, driving standards, creativity, innovation, and team culture.

The Role

• Lead, develop, and motivate a large kitchen brigade of 20+ chefs
• Oversee multiple food concepts and food hall-style service operations
• Drive food quality, consistency, presentation, and innovation
• Create exciting, seasonal, and trend-led menus
• Maintain excellent food safety and health & safety standards
• Build a positive, energetic, and high-performing kitchen culture
• Work closely with senior management and front-of-house teams
• Manage GP, labour costs, and operational performance

About You

• Proven experience as a Head Chef within high-volume contract catering, B&I, hotels, events, or premium hospitality
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Creative, innovative, and passionate about food trends
• Experience managing large teams in busy operations
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Positive energy with a hands on leadership style
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced corporate dining environment

What's on Offer

• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Excellent work-life balance
• Opportunity to join a prestigious and growing contract catering company
• High profile London site with premium facilities
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Competitive salary package

This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate Head Chef looking to take the next step within a leading contract catering business. The ideal Head Chef will bring strong leadership, innovation, and energy to a thriving London operation.

If you are an ambitious Head Chef ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.