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Head Chef
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Company Description
Head Chef
Retail and some hospitality
Up to £45,000 + 1.25 overtime on Events / Hospitality paid
Monday to Friday
City of London
Company Overview
The Genuine Dining Co. is a Food-service Caterer Award winner based in central London Wall. Since 2010, we have grown steadily by working with passionate companies, tailoring our services to meet their goals. Innovation and dedicated teams are at the heart of our success, creating functional workspaces where clients can eat, meet, and be seen.
Summary
We are seeking a talented and experienced Head Chef (Contract Catering) to lead our culinary team in London Wall. This pivotal role involves overseeing food production and ensuring exceptional quality standards to support our mission of delivering outstanding catering services. Join us to shape memorable dining experiences for our clients.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the culinary team to ensure high standards of food quality and safety.
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
- Develop innovative menus tailored to client needs while maintaining cost efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
- Supervise staff training and foster a positive team environment.
- Collaborate with clients to understand their catering requirements and deliver exceptional service.
- Manage inventory, ordering, and stock control to optimize resources.
- Maintain a focus on sustainability and continuous improvement within the kitchen.
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Qualifications
- Proven supervising experience in a catering or hospitality environment.
- Extensive food production and culinary expertise.
- Strong team management and leadership skills.
- Excellent knowledge of food safety standards.
- Experience in high-volume kitchen operations preferred.
- Ability to develop creative menus that align with client expectations.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Passion for delivering outstanding customer service.
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Additional Information
'Ready to lead a dynamic culinary team in a thriving company? If you’re passionate about creating memorable dining experiences and meet the above qualifications, we’d love to hear from you—apply now to embark on this exciting journey with The Genuine Dining Co.'
Pay: £45,000.00 per year
Why Join Genuine Dining?
- Genuine creative freedom and access to premium ingredients
- A collaborative, forward-thinking, people-first culture
- Ongoing learning, development, and clear career progression
- A rare Monday to Friday, daytime-only Head Chef role
If you’re a Head Chef who believes modern workplace dining should be safe, inspiring, and full of personality, we’d love to hear from you.
Employment Type
Permanent
Hours Per Week
40
Salary
Up to £45,000
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