Head Chef
Posted a month ago
- Welwyn, Hertfordshire
- Permanent
- £42,000 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In a day
Head Chef – Conference & Events
📍 Location: Beautiful Event Space (Rural Location – Own Transport Recommended)
💰 £42,000 + TRONC + Great Benefits
🕒 Full-time | Leadership Role
Are you a creative and passionate chef ready to elevate weddings, private celebrations, and corporate events with showstopping food?
Quest Employment is proud to partner with a stunning venue known for exceptional event spaces and a unique, high-quality dining experience. We’re on the lookout for an experienced and ambitious Head Chef to take charge of our purpose-built, well-equipped kitchen and push our event catering to the next level.
If you’re an innovative leader with a passion for delivering outstanding food, this is your chance to shape menus, inspire a talented kitchen team, and make your mark on an exciting and dynamic events business.
What You’ll Be Doing:
🔥 Delivering top-tier food for weddings, corporate functions, and private events
👨🍳 Leading and motivating a talented kitchen team
📅 Overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring seamless kitchen management
🚀 Innovating and collaborating on menu development and new culinary ideas
🎯 Maintaining high standards in cleanliness, organization, and food presentation
📊 Managing kitchen finances, including food costings and stock control
🔪 Ensuring strict food safety and health & safety compliance
🏆 Stepping up in the Executive Chef’s absence and maintaining smooth operations
What We’re Looking For:
✔ Experienced Head Chef (or Senior Sous Chef ready for the next step)
✔ Passionate about creating memorable food experiences
✔ A strong leader who can inspire, train, and manage a high-performing team
✔ Organized, methodical, and deadline-driven
✔ Creative and able to think outside the box
✔ Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure
✔ A good understanding of kitchen finances & food cost control
Perks & Benefits – What’s in It for You?
🎉 TRONC participation – share in service charge/tips
🏖 Holidays that increase with length of service
🏥 Healthcare cash-back plan – including perks & refunds on medical expenses
📞 Confidential support hotline – because your well-being matters
🍽 50% staff discount in onsite restaurants (for you & up to 3 guests!)
🥘 Free meals on duty
🏡 Live-in options available
👕 Uniform provided
🎊 Regular team events & legendary staff parties!
If you’re an ambitious chef looking for an exciting new challenge in a fast-paced, friendly environment, we’d love to hear from you!
📩 Apply today and be part of something special
📍 Location: Beautiful Event Space (Rural Location – Own Transport Recommended)
💰 £42,000 + TRONC + Great Benefits
🕒 Full-time | Leadership Role
Are you a creative and passionate chef ready to elevate weddings, private celebrations, and corporate events with showstopping food?
Quest Employment is proud to partner with a stunning venue known for exceptional event spaces and a unique, high-quality dining experience. We’re on the lookout for an experienced and ambitious Head Chef to take charge of our purpose-built, well-equipped kitchen and push our event catering to the next level.
If you’re an innovative leader with a passion for delivering outstanding food, this is your chance to shape menus, inspire a talented kitchen team, and make your mark on an exciting and dynamic events business.
What You’ll Be Doing:
🔥 Delivering top-tier food for weddings, corporate functions, and private events
👨🍳 Leading and motivating a talented kitchen team
📅 Overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring seamless kitchen management
🚀 Innovating and collaborating on menu development and new culinary ideas
🎯 Maintaining high standards in cleanliness, organization, and food presentation
📊 Managing kitchen finances, including food costings and stock control
🔪 Ensuring strict food safety and health & safety compliance
🏆 Stepping up in the Executive Chef’s absence and maintaining smooth operations
What We’re Looking For:
✔ Experienced Head Chef (or Senior Sous Chef ready for the next step)
✔ Passionate about creating memorable food experiences
✔ A strong leader who can inspire, train, and manage a high-performing team
✔ Organized, methodical, and deadline-driven
✔ Creative and able to think outside the box
✔ Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure
✔ A good understanding of kitchen finances & food cost control
Perks & Benefits – What’s in It for You?
🎉 TRONC participation – share in service charge/tips
🏖 Holidays that increase with length of service
🏥 Healthcare cash-back plan – including perks & refunds on medical expenses
📞 Confidential support hotline – because your well-being matters
🍽 50% staff discount in onsite restaurants (for you & up to 3 guests!)
🥘 Free meals on duty
🏡 Live-in options available
👕 Uniform provided
🎊 Regular team events & legendary staff parties!
If you’re an ambitious chef looking for an exciting new challenge in a fast-paced, friendly environment, we’d love to hear from you!
📩 Apply today and be part of something special