Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to £52,000 per annum
Our brand new, state of the art
central production unit
caters for some of our smaller B&I locations across London. The team here supports our locations with homemade grab & go options along with various other offerings from cooked lunches to event catering. This is a full-time operation running from Sunday to Thursday. Shift timings will be 2200 - 0600 We are looking for a talented
Head Chef
to join our team at one of our fantastic Central Production Hubs in
London . As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for the night management, preparation, and service of food, ensuring that the highest standards are maintained at all times to the standards required by the company. You will ensure that strict hygiene controls are kept in all kitchen areas under supervision and that the food operation runs smoothly, including the maintenance and cleaning of the kitchen. You will work with fresh seasonal ingredients & regularly changing bespoke menus. You will be creative and have the opportunity to showcase your skillset. If you are a current Head Chef or Sous Chef working with fresh ingredients in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply today. Key responsibilities: Work well in a team, providing breakfast, lunch & hospitality from our central food hub in South London. Produce food for service using fresh ingredients, cooking from scratch and following the company's brand standards. Ensure company food standards are adhered to and wastage controlled. Follow all Food Hygiene and Health & Safety policies and allergen control procedures. Provide excellent customer service. Be a great team player. You will have the following skills: A genuine interest in food & excellent customer service. An all-round team player. Innovation and passion for great food. An organized person with attention to detail. Ability to demonstrate reasonable/good understanding and use of verbal English. Ability to demonstrate reasonable/good standard of written English and reading skills. Similar experience in a customer and/or food preparation environment is preferred. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and creative chef to advance their career in a dynamic environment. You'll have the chance to work with fresh ingredients, develop innovative menus, and take on a leadership role while contributing to a thriving kitchen. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career, we’d love to hear from you! Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms, etc). Free meals on duty. Volunteers leave - up to one day per year. Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave. Cycle to work scheme. Recommend a friend bonus. Unrivaled individual training and development. Well-established apprenticeship programme. Team & company social events. Employee assistance programme. Excellent career progression within a leading independent contract caterer. About us Thomas Franks is a founder-led, fresh food catering business with a focus on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion, and style. We are unique in our approach, and our clients and people are paramount to our daily success. All applicants must demonstrate that they have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role. Diversity and Inclusion at Thomas Franks We actively encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion. We invite applications from groups currently under-represented, as we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life.
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Our brand new, state of the art
central production unit
caters for some of our smaller B&I locations across London. The team here supports our locations with homemade grab & go options along with various other offerings from cooked lunches to event catering. This is a full-time operation running from Sunday to Thursday. Shift timings will be 2200 - 0600 We are looking for a talented
Head Chef
to join our team at one of our fantastic Central Production Hubs in
London . As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for the night management, preparation, and service of food, ensuring that the highest standards are maintained at all times to the standards required by the company. You will ensure that strict hygiene controls are kept in all kitchen areas under supervision and that the food operation runs smoothly, including the maintenance and cleaning of the kitchen. You will work with fresh seasonal ingredients & regularly changing bespoke menus. You will be creative and have the opportunity to showcase your skillset. If you are a current Head Chef or Sous Chef working with fresh ingredients in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply today. Key responsibilities: Work well in a team, providing breakfast, lunch & hospitality from our central food hub in South London. Produce food for service using fresh ingredients, cooking from scratch and following the company's brand standards. Ensure company food standards are adhered to and wastage controlled. Follow all Food Hygiene and Health & Safety policies and allergen control procedures. Provide excellent customer service. Be a great team player. You will have the following skills: A genuine interest in food & excellent customer service. An all-round team player. Innovation and passion for great food. An organized person with attention to detail. Ability to demonstrate reasonable/good understanding and use of verbal English. Ability to demonstrate reasonable/good standard of written English and reading skills. Similar experience in a customer and/or food preparation environment is preferred. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and creative chef to advance their career in a dynamic environment. You'll have the chance to work with fresh ingredients, develop innovative menus, and take on a leadership role while contributing to a thriving kitchen. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career, we’d love to hear from you! Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms, etc). Free meals on duty. Volunteers leave - up to one day per year. Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave. Cycle to work scheme. Recommend a friend bonus. Unrivaled individual training and development. Well-established apprenticeship programme. Team & company social events. Employee assistance programme. Excellent career progression within a leading independent contract caterer. About us Thomas Franks is a founder-led, fresh food catering business with a focus on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion, and style. We are unique in our approach, and our clients and people are paramount to our daily success. All applicants must demonstrate that they have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role. Diversity and Inclusion at Thomas Franks We actively encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion. We invite applications from groups currently under-represented, as we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life.
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