Job Introduction
We are Company of Cooks, and we believe brilliant food and drink starts with brilliant people. For over 25 years, we’ve been part of some of the UK’s most loved cultural destinations, from historic palaces and botanical gardens to buzzing galleries and performance spaces, running the cafés, restaurants, bars and events that bring these incredible places to life.
Our values - Craft, Creativity and Community - guide everything we do. They shape how we work together, how we support our partners, and how we make each guest feel welcome. If you care about food, people and doing things properly, you’ll feel right at home here.
Wherever we are, we do more than serve. We bring places to life through food, service and creativity and we’re looking for a Head Chef to join out team in London.
Location: Prestigious Livery Hall, City of London
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Predominantly Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the kitchen and deliver exceptional British and European fine dining and brasserie-style cuisine to the highest standard.
- Prepare and oversee all food preparation, ensuring consistency, quality and presentation.
- Produce food in a timely manner to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
- Plan, develop and cost seasonal menus that meet client and customer expectations.
- Bring creativity and innovation to menu development while considering customer preferences.
- Ensure all ingredients are available and stock is effectively managed.
- Take pride in maintaining outstanding food quality, hygiene and food safety standards.
- Manage the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, particularly during the early stages of the new site opening.
- Work independently while collaborating closely with the wider Craft team for additional support.
- Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team through regular coaching and performance feedback.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, COSHH, allergen management and all health and safety procedures.
- Make sure all members of the kitchen team have completed and maintained up-to-date Food Hygiene and COSHH training.
- Build strong relationships with the General Manager, clients and suppliers to deliver an exceptional dining experience.
What's in it for you?
Working with Company of Cooks has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.
- Personal Development and Training opportunities
- Life assurance scheme
- Pension scheme
- Holiday allowance
- Eye care
- A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
- Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
- Family friendly support
- A holiday purchase scheme
- Regular social events and communication with our leaders
- Volunteering days
- Recognition schemes and people awards
- Long service awards
- Access to some great high street discount vouchers
Company of Cooks officially formed part of CH&CO Catering Group Ltd in 2020.
A Honest Approach, A Passionate Team, Quietly Confident