https://jobs.co.uk/job/head-chef-ppm-recruitment--0655073a-5d79-4811-af57-701ca2ea1a4e RSS feed for Head Chef at PPM Recruitment. en-gb Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:49:45 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/head-chef-ppm-recruitment--0655073a-5d79-4811-af57-701ca2ea1a4e https://jobs.co.uk/job/head-chef-ppm-recruitment--0655073a-5d79-4811-af57-701ca2ea1a4e Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:52:54 GMT Location: Bilston | Salary: 20.17-20.17 Hourly | Type: Permanent | Head Chef (Grade K2) - Public Sector FacilityLocation: Bilston (WV14)Pay Rate: 20.17 per hour (inc. holiday pay)Sector: Catering / Government FacilityWe are seeking a resilient and experienced Head Chef (Grade K2) to lead catering operations at a Ministry of Justice site in Bilston. This role offers a structured working environment, managing the culinary output and high-standard service for a public sector residential facility.Key Responsibilities:Kitchen Management: Oversee daily food preparation, cooking, and high-volume service to strict timelines.Team Leadership: Supervise, rota, and mentor kitchen staff to maintain a disciplined, high-performing environment.Compliance: Maintain total adherence to Health and Safety, Food Hygiene (HACCP), and site security protocols.Inventory Control: Manage stock ordering, rotation, waste reduction, and budgets.Menu Planning: Create nutritious, compliant menus catering to various dietary needs.Requirements:Qualifications: Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in Professional Cookery/Catering AND Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene.Experience: Proven track record as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in high-volume, high-pressure environments (institutional, pub... Permanent