What’s in it for you
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1. A competitive salary of £43,000
2. One free meal per shift
3. Enhanced Bank Holiday pay
4. Increased annual leave with additional entitlement after long service
5. Cycle to Work scheme to support your wellbeing and commute
6. An extra day off to celebrate milestone birthdays
7. Company sick pay above statutory entitlement (subject to service)
8. Refer a Friend scheme for permanent roles (T&Cs apply)
9. Ongoing recognition, staff appreciation initiatives, and long service awards
As Head Chef, you’ll be responsible for leading a high-performing hospitality operation, including:
10. Delivering exceptional food quality inspired by fine dining standards
11. Managing both kitchen and front-of-house service operations
12. Creating menus that meet therapeutic and dietary requirements
13. Leading, motivating, and developing your team to maintain high standards
14. Overseeing recruitment, induction, and ongoing training
15. Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and service excellence
What we’re looking for:
16. A background in Rosette, Michelin, fine dining, or high-end care environments
17. Proven experience operating as a Chef Manager or senior Chef
18. Strong knowledge of therapeutic diets and quality-led service delivery
19. Impeccable leadership, management, and communication skills
20. Experience recruiting, inducting, and training your own team
Closing paragraph
If you’re an experienced Head Chef in Harpenden looking to apply fine dining expertise in a rewarding and stable setting, this could be the perfect next step. Apply now to progress your career in Harpenden.
Job Number │ 934839 /INDCATERING
Location │ Harpenden
Role │ Head Chef
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.