At Gather & Gather, we are known as one of the UK & Irelands most distinctive workplace catering experts, we are passionate about great food and great coffee and putting our employees and customers at the heart of everything that we do. We are currently recruiting for a Head Chef at Winnersh.

Location: Frasers RG41 5TU

Rate of pay: £37,000 per annum

Working pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Key responsibilities

Responsible for the provision of seasonal food in a contemporary style in line with Gather & Gather brand. To maintain standards of quality, food hygiene and health and safety. Where relevant (given the site structure) deputise for the Exec Chef in the running of the kitchen operation or responsible for the full management of the kitchen and the kitchen team. Delivers all budgetary targets and provides high standards of customer service. To work on a shift basis as required by the business.

• To fully understand and interpret the CH&CO brand in terms of food and food service
• To develop and plan menus that are in line with client and customer expectations
• To prepare and oversee all preparation of food to the highest standard
• To ensure food is seasonal, of known provenance and where possible sourced locally
• To produce food in a timely fashion to ensure smooth service to the customers
• To ensure that all appropriate ingredients are available for the menus being prepared and where necessary identify shortages and instigate action to source ingredients
• Raise all supplier quality issues with the Procurement Department at CH&CO
• To communicate with the relevant parties’ requirements for planned menus and order necessary ingredients
• To coordinate stock ordering and stocktaking for the entire operation.

What's in it for you?

Working with Gather & Gather has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities to keep you content.

• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Private medical eligibility
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Family friendly support
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Volunteering days
• Professional subscriptions
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long se