Job Description

Company Description

Benefits:

28 Days holiday including bank holidays Plus your birthday off 3 volunteering days 3 days grandparent leave. 24 week's enhanced maternity leave. Secondary carer leave Wedding/commitment day leave. Free meals on shift. Bespoke training and development opportunities Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels Pension and life insurance. Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema Wellbeing hub. Access to employee assistance programme. Cycle to work scheme.

Calling all culinary connoisseurs that are OBSESSED about food, we need you! If you have an insatiable appetite for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create food that delights customers and clients, then look no further. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish, your talents can shine and we wholeheartedly believe in nourishing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve, refine their craft and create a development partnership together to ensure professional growth opportunities.


We have an exciting opportunity for a collaborative, inclusive and passionate

Head Chef

to join our team


This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled

Head Chef

to make a name for themselves within the food service industry and be a part of setting the new standard for workplace hospitality.

BaxterStorey is seeking an experienced and innovative Head Chef to join our new team in Oxford at an exciting brand new Oxford university facility which will include a 500-seat concert hall and a 250-seat auditorium, as well as flexible performance and exhibition spaces for music dance and art. As the Head Chef, you will lead our kitchen operations, create exceptional culinary experiences, and maintain the highest standards of food quality and presentation.

Please note: This role has a start date of 22nd September 2025

Develop and implement creative, seasonal menus that align with our brand and customer preferences Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient food preparation and timely service Manage and mentor a team of kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment Maintain strict adherence to food safety regulations and hygiene standards Control food costs, manage inventory, and optimise kitchen resources Collaborate with the management team to achieve financial targets and improve overall performance Ensure consistent food quality and presentation across all dishes Stay abreast of culinary trends and incorporate innovative techniques into menu offerings Participate in menu tastings, food presentations, and client meetings as required Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure the best quality ingredients at competitive prices

Qualifications

Culinary degree or diploma from a recognised institution Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar senior culinary role Extensive knowledge of various cuisines and current culinary trends Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a kitchen team effectively Excellent organisational and time management skills Proficiency in menu planning, recipe development, and food cost management In-depth understanding of health and safety regulations, including food hygiene and allergen management Experience in high-volume food service environments Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and inventory control Creativity and passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with front-of-house staff and management Valid food hygiene and safety certifications Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that's an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.


We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.


Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team's careers. 'Better' is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.


Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY


We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.


WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE


We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.


CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE


We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.


FOREVER CONSCIOUS


We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don't meet all requirements, we'd like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to 'set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality'.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.