️️ Head Chef - Contract Catering
Location: Tidworth
Tidworth Pay: £15.13 per hour (approx. £29,534 annually)
Hours: 40 hours per week, 52 weeks a year
Schedule: Any 5 out of 7 days
Shift Patterns:
Between 05:30-14:00 and 09:30-18:00
Weekends: Only 1 in 4!
Live-in: Not available
Overtime: All paid!
Join a professional and friendly contract catering team in Tidworth Tidworthas a Head Chef! This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and passionate chef who thrives in a structured kitchen and values work-life balance. With consistent hours, paid overtime, and minimal weekend work, this role offers both stability and flexibility.
Why You'll Love It Here:
Competitive hourly rate with paid overtime
Structured shift patterns and consistent hours
No late nights - enjoy your evenings!
Supportive team environment
Excellent work-life balance with only one weekend in four
What You'll Bring:
Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
Strong leadership and kitchen management skills
Excellent understanding of food safety, HACCP,HACCP and COSHH
COSHHFood Hygiene certificate and allergen awareness training
Passion for delivering high-quality food and service
Ability to lead and inspire a team in a busy kitchen
Your Responsibilities:
Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations
Lead food preparation, cooking, and presentation to agreed standards
Manage and develop kitchen staff
Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment
Ensure all dietary requirements are catered for
Drive consistency, quality, and innovation in menu delivery
Interested or want to learn more? Let's chat
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