Head Chef

Job Description We're on the lookout for a Head Chef to work in one of Oxfordshires most prestigious farm centres on a full-time basisWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Head Chef to take charge of our kitchen operations. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled leader who is passionate about fresh, seasonal cooking, using produce grown on-site.Due to the location candidates will need transportAbout the role:As a Head Chef you will be responsible for: (duties not limited too)Leading, motivating, and managing the kitchen teamEnsuring the highest standards of food hygiene, safety, and allergen awarenessDesigning and developing menus to reflect home-grown and seasonal produceManaging staff rotas, authorising holidays, and monitoring sickness levelsOverseeing stock control, ordering, and supplier managementCompleting regular audits and maintaining compliance with all regulationsSupporting with event catering where requiredRunning the kitchen efficiently and effectively to consistently deliver qualityKey Responsibilities: Proven Head Chef experience is essentialStrong leadership and communication skillsExcellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and allergen managementAbility to manage rotas, stock, and budgets effectivelyCreative approach to menu development with an emphasis on fresh, local produceFlexible, reliable, and confident in a fast-paced kitchen environmentCompany Benefits:Work with high-quality, home-grown produceOpportunity to lead a talented and supportive kitchen teamBe part of an exciting, expanding food operation with event catering opportunitiesWorking Hours:Sociable daytime hours (7:00am 4:00pm) any 5days in 7 (Monday to Sunday)Salary:Competitive salary of 40,000 42,000 per yearFor more information and to apply, get in touch with Gary at our Oxford branch on 01865 264055 or click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.We wish you the best of luck in your job search!If you would like to know how we will store and process your data, please visit our websiteto read our GDPR Data Protection Statement. JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-11