Head Chef – Creative Kitchen Lead, Mon-Fri, Northwood

Aramark NV; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Greater London is seeking a Head Chef for their Northwood HQ location. The ideal candidate will manage kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food production and cost efficiency. This full-time role offers a great work-life balance with hours from Monday to Friday. Candidates should have NVQ Levels in culinary skills, a clean DBS, and the legal right to work in the UK. The position also includes excellent career development opportunities and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Free parking on-site

Employee Benefits app with GP access and discounts

Life assurance and pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar defense environment.
• Clean Enhanced DBS.
• Ability to pass full security vetting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operation and food production.
• Train culinary staff on food production techniques.
• Develop innovative solutions for efficiency.

Skills

Culinary skills (NVQ Levels 1 & 2)

Ability to lead and train others

Multi-tasking

Customer service excellence

Proactive attitude

Job description

A leading catering service provider in Greater London is seeking a Head Chef for their Northwood HQ location. The ideal candidate will manage kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food production and cost efficiency. This full-time role offers a great work-life balance with hours from Monday to Friday. Candidates should have NVQ Levels in culinary skills, a clean DBS, and the legal right to work in the UK. The position also includes excellent career development opportunities and a range of employee benefits.