WSH Group
Development Chef
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Company Description
Development Chef – North of England
Contract Catering
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Referral programme
Genuine Dining is a leading contract caterer delivering innovative, high-quality dining across the South of England. We’re looking for a Development Chef to drive menu innovation, mentor kitchen teams, and ensure consistent excellence across multiple sites.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
- Develop and refresh menus with creativity and flair
- Train and support site chefs, building skills and consistency
- Maintain high culinary standards and implement new concepts
- Oversee kitchen financials, including GP% and cost control
- Lead seasonal projects and special initiatives across sites
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Qualifications What we’re looking for:
- Head Chef or Executive Chef experience, ideally with large-volume kitchens
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Creative, with a focus on innovation and consistent quality
- Experience managing budgets and GP%
- Committed to raising culinary standards
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Additional Information Why join us:
- Monday–Friday schedule with travel
- Freedom to shape the regional food offer
- Supportive team environment that values your expertise
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Drive creativity, consistency, and growth – and make a real impact on corporate dining in the South of England.
Employment Type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 40
Salary: Up to £45,000
Compensation: up to GBP 45000 - yearly
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