Head Chef
| Company: | ISS Facilities Services |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | CV8 3EN |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 26 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Head Chef
Contract: Government
Location: Coventry, CV8 3EN
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
We're looking for an experienced Head Chef to join our team at the Home Office College of Policing in Coventry. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a busy and varied catering operation, delivering high-quality food experiences for delegates, conferences, hospitality events and special functions. With no late nights and a Monday to Friday daytime schedule, this role offers an excellent work-life balance while still providing plenty of culinary creativity and variety.
Job Description
As Head Chef, you'll work closely with the Catering Manager and wider leadership team to oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, compliance, customer satisfaction and financial performance. You'll lead a dedicated kitchen team and play a key role in developing menus, driving innovation and maintaining the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and inspire the kitchen team, ensuring high levels of engagement and performance
Plan menus, manage food ordering and oversee food production
Deliver meals to the highest quality and service standards
Control food costs, waste and kitchen budgets
Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and company policies
Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
Support recruitment, training and development of kitchen staff
Drive innovation and continuously improve the catering offer
Ensure all kitchen and service areas are maintained to excellent standards
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