Head Chef - Hatfield Head Chef - Eurest (Contract Catering at Eisai, Hatfield) Salary: 40,000 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-3:00pm Location: Eisai, Hatfield About the Role We are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team at our prestigious contract catering site at Eisai in Hatfield, working on behalf of Eurest. This is a Monday-Friday role with no late evenings or weekends, offering a great work-life balance. Key Responsibilities Lead, inspire, and develop the kitchen team Oversee all food production ensuring high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation Manage menu planning with a focus on fresh, seasonal, and innovative dishes Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and company standards Control stock, costs, and ordering Deliver exceptional catering and hospitality services for daily service and events About You Proven experience as a Head Chef in contract catering or high-volume hospitality Strong leadership and organisational skills A passion for quality food and great service Excellent understanding of allergens, dietary needs, and modern food trends Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Benefits Competitive salary Daytime hours, Monday to Friday Opportunities for development and progression within Eurest/Compass Group