Culinary Lead - Contract catering
New Yesterday
Senior Head Chef
with serious skills, a passion for people, and ready to move into a
bigger, bolder leadership role ? We're working with a fast-growing
bespoke contract caterer
on the lookout for a
hands-on culinary powerhouse
to join their senior team. This is your chance to be the
face of the food , leading from the front, inspiring your team, and delivering
5-star excellence
every single time - whether it's staff dining or high-end hospitality. What's the role about? This is not just a kitchen job - it's a
leadership role . You'll be actively involved in: Day-to-day kitchen operations
- yes, still hands-on!
Sales presentations and client tenders
- so confidence and presence are a must
Team leadership and development
Upholding flawless service standards
Working some evenings and weekends , depending on business needs
Who are we looking for? ? A senior chef with solid experience in
contract catering
- staff dining and hospitality and events ? Still passionate about cooking and leading
from the kitchen floor ? A confident communicator with a
charismatic, passionate personality ? Sharp on detail, creative in delivery, and hungry to grow ? Ambitious, driven, and ready to be part of something exciting Why this role? Join a supportive, visionary senior leadership team Make your mark in a growing, people-first business Bring your energy to
client-facing opportunities and new business pitches Be recognised, heard, and valued - not just another chef in the background If you've hit a ceiling in your current role but know you've got more to give -
this is your next move . Apply now
and let's talk about how you can bring your passion and leadership to the table. Let me know if you'd like a shorter version or platform-specific tweaks!
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- Location:
- Basildon
- Job Type:
- FullTime