Head Chef: Lead 5-Kitchen Operations & Apprentices

Compass Group; Bassingbourn cum Kneesworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major catering service provider is seeking an experienced Head Chef for RAF Bassingbourn. In this senior leadership role, you will manage multiple kitchens, lead a team of around 10 staff, and maintain high service standards. Key responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day operations, mentoring apprentices, and ensuring food safety standards. This position offers a competitive pay of £17.30 per hour and engaging career development opportunities.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Head Chef or senior kitchen leadership role.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams.
• Experience managing multiple kitchen operations.
• Strong organisational and operational skills.
• Passionate about food quality and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day catering operations across multiple kitchens.
• Deliver consistently high-quality food and service.
• Manage, support, and develop kitchen teams.
• Mentor apprentices and support workforce development.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
• Oversee ordering, stock control, and cost management.

Skills

Team leadership

Operational management

Food quality

Organisational skills

Job description

A major catering service provider is seeking an experienced Head Chef for RAF Bassingbourn. In this senior leadership role, you will manage multiple kitchens, lead a team of around 10 staff, and maintain high service standards. Key responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day operations, mentoring apprentices, and ensuring food safety standards. This position offers a competitive pay of £17.30 per hour and engaging career development opportunities.