Head Chef
wshgroup
Head Chef
About this role
Company Description
Head Chef
Pay:£42,000
Area: Farringdon
Are you an inspiring Chef Manager ready to lead a small modern workplace dining operation in the heart of Farringdon? Genuine Dining is looking for a confident, people-focused culinary leader who is uncompromising on food safety standards and passionate about delivering creative, exciting food at scale.
Job Description
The Role
As Chef manager, you will have full responsibility for the retail workplace restaurant, the paperwork, financials and will leading a small vibrant team serving 60 covers daily.
This role will be client facing so the ideal candidate will need to have experience in fostering client relationships
This is a standout opportunity to shape the food culture of a premium contract, delivering menus that are seasonal, sustainable, nutritionally balanced, and designed to excite today’s workplace diner.
Food safety is fundamental to this role. You will be accountable for:
- Maintaining exceptional food safety, hygiene, and allergen controls
- Managing financials, payroll, orders etc
- Ensuring full compliance with HACCP, EHO, and Genuine Dining standards
- Leading a strong food safety culture through training, coaching, and attention to detail
- Delivering consistent quality and safe systems across all retail services
- Creativity & Menu Innovation
Alongside operational excellence, creativity is key. You will:
- Design and deliver modern, exciting menus that encourage engagement and repeat visits
- Champion seasonal produce and premium ingredients
- Balance innovation with volume, pace, and commercial awareness
- Drive sustainable practices, reducing food waste and carbon impact
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
- Proven Head Chef experience in high-volume, high-quality environments
- A natural leader who motivates, develops, and leads by example
- Strong client-facing communication skills
- A chef who values creativity, consistency, and compliance equally
Additional Information
Why Join Genuine Dining?
- Genuine creative freedom and access to premium ingredients
- A collaborative, forward-thinking, people-first culture
- Ongoing learning, development, and clear career progression
- A rare Monday to Friday, daytime-only Head Chef role
- If you’re a Head Chef who believes modern workplace dining should be safe, inspiring, and full of personality, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Head Chef role at wshgroup?
The listed salary for this Head Chef position at wshgroup is GBP 42K+. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Head Chef position at wshgroup located?
This Head Chef role at wshgroup is based in England, gb, London, London, England, United Kingdom. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Head Chef role at wshgroup full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Head Chef role at wshgroup.
How do I apply for the Head Chef position at wshgroup?
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When was the Head Chef job at wshgroup posted?
This Head Chef position at wshgroup was posted on Sep 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Head Chef
wshgroup · 💰 GBP 42K+
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