Head Chef


Company:	ISS Facilities Services
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Hillingdon
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	12 Oct 2026
Closing date:	11 Nov 2026

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Summary

Head Chef

Contract: Business & Industry

Location: West Drayton, UB7 8JL

Hours of work: 40 - 07:00 - 15:00

Contract Type: Permanent

We are seeking a Head Chef to lead a busy restaurant operation within a manufacturing site, delivering a high-quality breakfast and lunch offer from Monday to Friday.

The site caters for approximately 230 to 290 people per day across two sittings and also provides grab-and-go and vending options for employees.

Job Description

We are looking for a hands-on professional who will take overall responsibility for the organisation and control of the kitchen operation and kitchen team, while remaining actively involved in cooking and food production.

The successful candidate will focus on maintaining high standards, ensuring compliance, building strong client relationships, and driving growth and profitability.

Breakfast Service: 9:00am to 10:45am

A traditional full English breakfast is served daily.

Lunch Service: 12:00pm to 1:45pm

On Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, the menu follows a set rotation featuring a roast, curry, and fish and chips, alongside an additional dish that may include a vegetarian option.

On Mondays and Tuesdays, the Head Chef has the flexibility to select dishes from the Saffron menu. A chef's special is also available as an additional option.

The site also offers grab-and-go options and vending facilities, providing employees with convenient alternatives throughout the day.

Key Responsibilities

Organise and control all aspects of the catering operation, with strategic planning for growth and profitability.

Lead, supervise and develop the kitchen team.

Manage meal production in line with budgets, client requirements, company policies and statutory regulations.

Plan, coordinate and order all food requirements through nominated suppliers.

Ensure food is produced to the highest quality and service standards using current cooking techniques and commodities.

Develop the business in line with current high street trends and implement new initiatives.

Build strong client relationships and proactively promote innovative ideas and opportunities.

Maintain effective stock control, contract profitability and agreed food cost standards.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

Proven experience managing and leading kitchen teams.

Ability to step up and take responsibility when required.

Applications are welcomed from experienced Head Chefs and Chef Managers.

Previous contract catering experience is preferred.

Flexible approach with the ability to support the wider team while maintaining high standards of service.

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.

Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.

We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger,

#aplacetobeyou,

#facilitiesmanagement

ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.

ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.

We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.

We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.

Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.

If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com

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