Head Chef
- Abingdon, Oxfordshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
A full UK driving licence will be needed, due to location and some parts of the role would be to drive the company van.The role is paying £38,0000-£40000pa (depending on experience)We are looking for a passionate and reliable Head Chef to join our catering team, working across two on-site kitchens that pride themselves on quality, seasonality, and sustainability leading the team of talented chefs.
This is a permanent full-time position, offering stable hours and the opportunity to work with fresh, home-grown produce straight from our estate.Key Responsibilities
- Leading, motivating, and managing the kitchen team
- Ensuring the highest standards of food hygiene, safety, and allergen awareness
- Designing and developing menus to reflect home-grown and seasonal produce
- Managing staff rotas, authorising holidays, and monitoring sickness levels
- Overseeing stock control, ordering, and supplier management
- Completing regular audits and maintaining compliance with all regulations
- Supporting with event catering where required
- Running the kitchen efficiently and effectively to consistently deliver quality
- Proven Head Chef experience is essential
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and allergen management
- Ability to manage rotas, stock, and budgets effectively
- Creative approach to menu development with an emphasis on fresh, local produce
- Must be a driver (multi-site responsibilities and rural location)
- Flexible, reliable, and confident in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Sociable daytime hours (7:00am - 4:00pm)
- Work with high-quality, home-grown produce
- Opportunity to lead a talented and supportive kitchen team
- Be part of an exciting, expanding food operation with event catering opportunities
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount