Head Chef
Think FE Ltd
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Permanent | Full Time | Northamptonshire
Salary: £32,300 per annum
A respected and forward-thinking further education college in Northamptonshire is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead its professional catering operation. This is an excellent opportunity for an established chef looking to step away from the demands of traditional hospitality and enjoy a healthier work-life balance while leading a busy, high-quality kitchen.
You'll primarily oversee the college's bistro while also supporting catering across other campus outlets and external VIP events. As the kitchen operates as a training environment, you'll also play an important role in supporting and mentoring catering students as they develop their practical skills. The college is known for its supportive culture, strong employer links and commitment to developing both staff and students.
The Role
As Head Chef, you will:
- Lead the day-to-day operation of the college's catering facilities.
- Manage and support the wider kitchen team.
- Deliver high-quality food across the bistro and other college catering outlets.
- Work within the training kitchen, providing guidance and encouragement to hospitality students.
- Lead catering for external functions and VIP events.
- Ensure excellent standards of food quality, hygiene, health and safety.
- Manage stock control, ordering, menu planning and kitchen budgets.
What do you need?
- Previous experience as a Head Chef or a highly experienced Sous Chef ready to step up.
- Confidence managing a busy commercial kitchen and leading a team.
- Strong organisational and leadership skills.
- A passion for developing others within a training environment.
- GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) (desirable).
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to tow a catering trailer for external events.
Next steps
Once you've applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.
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