Head Chef - Woking | £17.99 per hour | Excellent Work/Life Balance & Free Meals We're looking for a skilled Head Chef to join a busy MOD kitchen in Woking. This role offers a supportive environment where you can lead a small team, and enjoy a great work/life balance. Perfect for someone ready to step into a kitchen leadership role without being solely responsible for menus or rostering. Why apply / What's in it for you? You'll enjoy: £16.05 £1.94 holiday pay (£17.99 total per hour) 37.5-hour week, 5 days including weekends Mix of early (05:00-13:30) and late (11:30-19:30) shifts Free parking and meals on duty Two weeks off at Christmas for a proper break 12-week temp-to-perm with the potential for longer-term career growth Key Responsibilities: As Head Chef in Woking, you will: Lead and manage kitchen staff efficiently Oversee food preparation, quality, and presentation Support menu creation and updates Learn to manage stock, ordering, and food costs for when the Catering Manager is off Ensure food safety and hygiene compliance Maintain a clean, well-organised, and efficient kitchen What we're looking for: We need someone who is: Strong in culinary skills with creative flair in dishes and presentation Experienced in leading and motivating a kitchen team Able to maintain consistency and high standards in food quality Knowledgeable in food safety, hygiene, and high-volume service Passionate, organised, and calm under pressure If you're looking for your next step as a Head Chef in Woking, offering a supportive team environment and excellent work/life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now. Job Number │ SUHC / INDSOTONCHEF Location │ Woking Role │ Head Chef Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.