Head Chef

Job Description

\n Head Chef (Grade K2) - Public Sector Facility\n
Location: Bilston (WV14)\n
Pay Rate: £20.17 per hour (inc. holiday pay)\n
Sector: Catering / Government Facility\n

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\n We are seeking a resilient and experienced Head Chef (Grade K2) to lead catering operations at a Ministry of Justice site in Bilston. This role offers a structured working environment, managing the culinary output and high-standard service for a public sector residential facility.\n

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\n Key Responsibilities:\n

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• Kitchen Management: Oversee daily food preparation, cooking, and high-volume service to strict timelines.
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• Team Leadership: Supervise, rota, and mentor kitchen staff to maintain a disciplined, high-performing environment.
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• Compliance: Maintain total adherence to Health & Safety, Food Hygiene (HACCP), and site security protocols.
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• Inventory Control: Manage stock ordering, rotation, waste reduction, and budgets.
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• Menu Planning: Create nutritious, compliant menus catering to various dietary needs.
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\n Requirements:\n

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• Qualifications: Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in Professional Cookery/Catering AND Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene.
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• Experience: Proven track record as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in high-volume, high-pressure environments (institutional, public sector, or large-scale hospitality).
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• Skills: Strong HACCP knowledge and proficiency with industrial kitchen equipment (combi ovens, bulk vessels).
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• Security: Must be willing to undergo standard government security vetting/Enhanced DBS checks.
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\n How to Apply: Email your CV to or call Tad directly on 0121 450 8950.\n