Mon–Fri, 07:30–16:00 | Salisbury
Are you a passionate Head Chef looking for a fresh challenge with great work-life balance and a strong customer-facing element? We’re on the lookout for a skilled and creative Head Chef to lead a team of three in a vibrant workplace dining environment that combines premium dining with a bustling retail offer, including a coffee shop and in-house deli counters.
Founded in New York 59 years ago, Restaurant Associates delivers exceptional food experiences in some of the UK’s most prestigious workplaces. We believe food brings people together—and that great workplace dining helps inspire productivity, collaboration, and wellbeing.
In this exciting role, you’ll manage all aspects of food production for our on-site café and deli-style counters, serving both staff and visiting customers. You'll create fresh, seasonal menus using top-quality ingredients, drive footfall and retail sales, and ensure exceptional presentation and customer service.
What’s in it for you:
07:30 – 16:00 – 5 Days over 7 so you can enjoy your evenings
Opportunity to lead and innovate in a retail-focused hospitality setting
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and inspire a team of 3 to deliver fresh, on-trend food across coffee shop, deli, and grab-and-go counters
Create enticing menus that drive customer engagement and boost sales
Ensure high standards of food safety, hygiene (HACCP, COSHH), and allergen management
Work closely with front-of-house and retail teams to deliver a seamless customer experience
Monitor and control kitchen costs within budgetary guidelines
Engage with the latest food trends to keep the offer innovative and relevant
What we’re looking for:
Experienced Head Chef with a strong background in retail foodservice, deli, or café operations
Excellent culinary and presentation skills with a flair for creating food that sells
Strong people leader, able to develop and motivate a small team
Excellent organisational skills with a hands-on approach
Commercial awareness and understanding of menu engineering and food cost control
Enthusiastic, energetic, and committed to great customer experiences
Why join Restaurant Associates?
Access to career development and training through Career Pathways and MyLearning
Healthcare and wellbeing benefits, including digital GP and wellness sessions
Save on everyday costs with exclusive discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Expedia, and more
Share perks with friends and family – from travel deals to cinema tickets
A supportive, inclusive environment where diversity is our strength