Job Description

Contract: Government

Location: London

, SW1H 9NA

Hours of work: 40

Contract Type: Permanent

The Regional Chef Lead will play a key role in supporting the ISS team and inspiring the wider catering teams to deliver exceptional, safe, and innovative food services to our clients and customers.



This role is critical in shaping and developing the food offering across designated catering operations, ensuring that every aspect of food production meets budgetary requirements, adheres to company and client standards, and complies with all statutory regulations.

Working closely with onsite catering teams, the Food Account Manager, and the Operations Performance Food team, the Regional Chef Lead will be instrumental in driving culinary excellence and delivering exciting, forward-thinking food solutions.



The role requires a hands-on leader with a passion for great food, who can lead by example, energise the team, and elevate the customer dining experience.



This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact across a large and diverse portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee menu creation, food production, and delivery across catering sites to ensure high standards and budget compliance. Lead food service delivery at key hospitality events and support kitchen teams operationally. Ensure compliance with all food safety and health & safety regulations, including Natasha's Law. Mentor site teams, deliver training on ISS catering systems, and support staff development. Provide chef and management cover during absence due to holidays or sickness. Act as the link between Food Development and site operations, promoting best practice. Ensure use of approved suppliers and assess impacts of service changes before implementation.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

Proven senior chef experience with strong leadership and mentoring skills. Relevant qualifications (7061/7062 or equivalent) and minimum Level 3 food hygiene. Skilled in menu planning, cost control, and event catering delivery. Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen. Clear focus on food safety, health & safety, and compliance. Excellent communication with stakeholders at all levels. Passionate, hands-on, and committed to high service standards.

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.



Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it's hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.




We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace




ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.




ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste) religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background



Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.




If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com





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