Head Chef

  • Journey Recruitment Ltd
  • Buckingham, Buckinghamshire
  • Mar 18, 2026
Full time Hospitality & Tourism

Job Description

Our Buckingham based client is offering an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at their vibrant hospitality venue. This position is ideally suited to an experienced Senior Chef de Partie looking to take the next step, or a current Head Chef ready to shape a food offering into a true culinary destination.

The Head Chef will have the creative freedom to develop menus and lead the kitchen operations with autonomy. This is a fantastic chance to make a mark, elevate food service standards, and deliver an exceptional dining experience for guests.

The salary for this role is up to 42,000 plus tips. You will be working a 45 hour week. Split shifts are avoided generally but can happen from time to time. Accommodation on site is available if needed for 160 pcm.

Key Responsibilities for the Head Chef role are:

  • Develop and deliver innovative, seasonal menus
  • Lead and inspire the kitchen brigade
  • Ensure high standards of food safety, hygiene, and presentation
  • Collaborate effectively with other departments, particularly Sales and Events
  • Manage kitchen rota, stock ordering, and cost control
  • Support in delivering a consistent, high-quality guest experience across regular service, events, and Christmas functions

Skills required for the Head Chef role are:

  • Proven leadership in a busy kitchen environment
  • A passion for food, creativity, and customer satisfaction
  • Strong communication and team collaboration skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
  • Flexible approach to shift work including evenings and weekends
  • It is essential that you hold NVQ, 1,2,3 or City & Guilds equivalent in Intermediate Food Hygiene

If you would like to find out more about this exciting Head Chef Opportunity APPLY today