Head Chef – Exciting New Contract Catering Launch – Uxbridge
£43,270 per annum | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Are you a visionary culinary leader ready to shape the food identity of a prestigious new contract catering site at a global headquarters in Uxbridge? This is a rare opportunity to lead the culinary launch of a brand-new location, delivering an elevated plated service that blends fine dining, modern restaurant flair, and theatrical presentation.

About the Role
As Head Chef, you will spearhead the full mobilisation of the kitchen—from design and equipment specification to supplier selection. You’ll craft a compelling, seasonal menu that reflects fine dining standards and modern culinary trends, while building and mentoring a high-performing kitchen team. Your leadership will ensure exceptional quality, creativity, and consistency across all culinary operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the culinary setup of the new site including kitchen design input and equipment specification

• Develop and implement a distinctive, seasonal fine dining menu

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align food concepts with brand values and client expectations

• Recruit, train, and inspire a passionate kitchen brigade, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation

• Implement structured training and development plans to grow internal talent

• Ensure flawless plated service with attention to detail and guest experience

• Maintain rigorous food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards

• Manage kitchen budgets, stock control, and supplier relationships efficiently

• Act as a culinary ambassador through client and guest engagement, delivering live cooking and theatrical dining experiences

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in high-end restaurants, luxury hotels, or premium contract catering

• Strong background in plated service and fine dining techniques

• Experience in site mobilisation or launching new culinary operations

• Inspirational leader with excellent communication and team-building skills

• Passionate about innovation, sustainability, and delivering memorable food experiences

If you’re ready to lead a unique culinary venture and leave your mark on a prestigious new site in Uxbridge, we want to hear from you!

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Subsidised gym membership
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!