Head Chef

legal requirements What are we looking for? You should have proven and extensive experience in the production of food and service within contract catering as well as teams' management Possess a Level 3 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent, as well as Team Management experience within the Contract Catering sector Have proven leadership skills, with the ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of chefs Experienced in building relationships with clients and staff, ensuring that the client's expectations are met every day Can work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing demands is crucial The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria Must have the Right to Work in the UK Be able to demonstrate the ability to lead and manage teams effectively Understand financial management, budgeting, and cost control Excellent customer service skills are essential Can handle varied situations and find practical solutions Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Have

good time-management and organisational abilities Competent with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel About The Company OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering. Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment. Why Work for OCS? Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor's Best Companies to Work For 2025 - we value and motivate our people. Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career. Retail Perks: With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources. Professional Growth:
600+ live learners across UK&I - Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications! Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific) We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr