We’re recruiting a Head Chef to lead a dynamic, multi-faceted food operation in Northamptonshire. This is a unique opportunity to oversee both a daytime café-style offer and high-profile events within a prestigious, fast-paced environment.

The Head Chef will lead a skilled kitchen team, delivering a fresh café/deli offer for daily visitors alongside corporate hospitality and premium evening events in Northamptonshire. If you’re a versatile Head Chef who thrives across retail and events, this is an exciting and varied role with an incredible contract caterer!

The offer

• £40,000 per annum
• 40 hours per week
• 5 out of 7 working pattern
• Some evenings required
• High-profile, seasonal events exposure
• Opportunity to lead a diverse and exciting operation

The operation & food

• Café/deli-style daytime offer for visitors.
• Fresh, grab & go and hot food options.
• Corporate daytime hospitality.
• High-end evening events and functions.
• Large-scale, high-profile annual events.
• Fast-paced, seasonal peaks with strong team support.

The role

• Lead and manage the full kitchen operation.
• Deliver a consistent, high-quality café and deli offer.
• Oversee planning and execution of corporate and evening events.
• Manage, train and develop the kitchen team.
• Ensure strong food safety, compliance and kitchen standards.
• Control ordering, GP and stock management.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver exceptional events.

The ideal Head Chef

• Experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef ready to step up
• Comfortable delivering high-volume service alongside premium events
• Reliable, consistent and committed to long-term roles.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com