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Head Chef
wshgroup
London, GBR
Full-time
Onsite
£45,000 to £49,000.
Discovered 1 weeks ago
Food preparation and culinary standardsTeam leadershipStaff training and mentoringBudget managementCommercial performance managementHealth and safety
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Role Overview
Lead a culinary team in delivering exceptional food standards and hospitality experiences.
Build collaborative relationships with clients and key business stakeholders.
Support team development through mentoring, training, recognition, and empowerment.
Key Skills for This Role
Food preparation and culinary standardsTeam leadershipStaff training and mentoringBudget managementCommercial performance managementHealth and safety
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Role Overview
Lead a culinary team in delivering exceptional food standards and hospitality experiences.
Build collaborative relationships with clients and key business stakeholders.
Support team development through mentoring, training, recognition, and empowerment.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support direct reports to maintain consistently exceptional standards.
- Create a culture of caring service, food quality, innovation, and culinary excellence.
- Drive health and safety, sustainability, financial, and governance KPIs.
- Manage budgets and support commercial performance.
- Prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, multifaceted hospitality environment.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar role.
- Passion for food and creating memorable customer experiences.
- Experience managing, training, and supporting a team.
- Financial acumen, including budget creation and maintenance.
- Strong coaching, delegation, influencing, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to adapt to challenges and work effectively under pressure.
- Strategic thinking, critical reasoning, and attention to detail.
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