About The Role
Avolta are opening a new Bill's Restaurant at Heathrow Terminal 2 in 2026! They are looking for an experienced Head Chef/Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen at our brand-new restaurant. In this pivotal role, you’ll take full ownership of back-of-house operations, delivering exceptional food quality, maintaining compliance with all standards, and creating a positive, high-performing kitchen culture. From stock control and food safety to team development and smooth workflows, you’ll ensure every plate reflects the brand.
Main Duties:
1. Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and compliance with food safety and health & safety standards.
2. Lead and motivate the kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
3. Manage stock control, ordering, and due diligence processes.
4. Maintain high culinary standards and deliver dishes that delight guests.
About You
The right candidate will:
5. Have proven experience as a Head Chef or similar leadership role in a busy hospitality environment.
6. Be passionate about fresh, seasonal food and delivering exceptional quality.
7. Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills to inspire and guide your team.
8. Have excellent knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations.
9. A valid UK passport.
10. For non-British nationals, a share code and date of birth to verify your immigration status via the UK Government’s online Right to Work checking service.
11. A Five year checkable work history.
What they offer:
They offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic, growing business. Our people are at the heart of everything they do, which is why they're committed to ensuring your satisfaction by providing:
Financial Benefits*:
12. An opportunity to earn an extra £50-£500 each time you successfully recommend a friend – unlimited!
13. Discount Designer Shopping Platform – up to 50% off retail prices
14. Free meals on site
15. 50% off any of our locations for you & up to 4 others when you are not working – share the love with your loved ones!
16. Benefit platform with exclusive discounts on shopping, cinema tickets, travel, and more
Health Benefits*:
17. Access to an employee assistance programme offering support to you and your family members with 24/7 telephone advice, free face-to-face counselling sessions and much more. Your well-being is important to Them!
18. Healthcare Cash Plan – receive cash back for healthcare expenses including dental, optical, physio, and more
19. Access to 24/7 virtual GP appointments
20. Discounted gym memberships at over 3000 gyms across the UK
21. Free access to apps for virtual physiotherapy treatment and skin cancer screening
Lifestyle benefits*:
22. Your birthday off, as a paid holiday, every year!
23. A generous life assurance benefit. We want our employees to have peace of mind and security with their future.
24. Dedicated training and development plans to support progression. Did you know that almost 70% of our managers were promoted internally? And over 50% at our support office! We want you to grow with us.