Genuine Dining - Head Chef

The Role As Hospitality Head Chef, you will have full responsibility for the kitchen within the Hospitality and Events department. You will also support the on-site restaurant team when required, offering culinary input, menu collaboration, and operational support. This is a standout opportunity to shape the food culture of a premium contract, delivering menus that are seasonal, sustainable, nutritionally balanced, and designed to excite today’s workplace diner. Food safety is fundamental to this role. You will be accountable for: - Maintaining exceptional food safety, hygiene, and allergen controls - Ensuring full compliance with HACCP, EHO, and Genuine Dining standards - Leading a strong food safety culture through training, coaching, and attention to detail - Delivering consistent quality and safe systems across all retail services - Creativity & Menu Innovation Alongside operational excellence, creativity is key. You will: - Design and deliver modern, exciting menus that encourage engagement and repeat visits - Champion seasonal produce and premium ingredients - Balance innovation with volume, pace, and commercial awareness - Drive sustainable practices, reducing food waste and carbon impact What We’re Looking For - Proven Head Chef experience in high-volume, high-quality environments - A natural leader who motivates, develops, and leads by example - Strong client-facing communication skills - A chef who values creativity, consistency, and compliance equally