Head Chef | Contract Catering

£40,000 PA | 40 Hours Per Week

Monday-Friday | 7:00am - 3:00pm

Central London

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Head Chef to lead a vibrant street food-inspired B&I kitchen in Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef who thrives on delivering exceptional quality and consistency in a fast-paced corporate environment.

About the Role

As Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring outstanding food standards and operational excellence. You'll lead a small team of two, creating exciting, fresh, and contemporary dishes that reflect a dynamic street food concept.

What You'll Do

• Deliver breakfast service for up to 100 guests and lunch for approximately 70 covers daily
• Create high-quality, innovative menus that align with client expectations
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations, including hygiene, compliance, and team development
• Manage stock levels, place orders, and complete accurate stock takes
• Maintain excellent organisation across all kitchen processes
• Lead, motivate, and develop your kitchen team
• Deliver a complimentary Friday breakfast as part of the weekly food offer

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Head Chef, or a strong Sous Chef ready to step up, within a B&I or quality contract catering environment
• Strong knowledge of and passion for street food and modern food trends
• A hands-on leader who is organised, consistent, and calm under pressure
• Excellent people management and communication skills
• Experience managing budgets, GP targets, ordering, and stock control
• A commitment to delivering exceptional food quality and service every day

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that genuinely values work-life balance, offering Monday to Friday hours, creative freedom, and the chance to lead your own kitchen within a premium corporate environment.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.