Head Chef - Stowe Group

Key Responsibilities: - Lead kitchen operations ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation - Create innovative and seasonal menus tailored to the school’s requirements - Manage kitchen staff recruitment, training, and development - Control budgets, stock, and supplier relationships efficiently - Ensure compliance with all food safety, health & safety, and safeguarding policies - Collaborate with the wider catering and school teams to deliver outstanding customer experiences - Accountability for following and championing allergen controls Candidate Profile: - Ideally, you will have experience as an Head Chef within a contract catering environment, preferably in independent education, or a high-profile business and industry setting. - Strong leadership and team management skills - Passionate about fresh, quality ingredients and innovative menus - Excellent organisational, communication, and financial management skills - Knowledge of current food trends, sustainability, and allergen control