Head Chef

KL/RM/AD_1747753704

Salary Package: £50000 - £60000 per annum
Location: King's Lynn and West Norfolk, England
Consultant: Rebecca Mires
Posted: 20/05/2025

Description:

Job Title: Head Chef

Location: King's Lynn
Salary: £50,000–£60,000 per annum (DOE)
Job Type: Full-Time

Berry Recruitment are seeking an experienced and driven Head Chef to lead a kitchen team based in King's Lynn.

You'll oversee daily operations, and maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation.

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Key Responsibilities:

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  Lead and manage the kitchen team.

  
  


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  Develop seasonal, creative menus.

  
  


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  Ensure food hygiene and safety standards are met.

  
  


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  Manage stock, suppliers, and kitchen costs.

  
  


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  Train and support staff to maintain excellence.

  
  

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Requirements:

• CIEH Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene is required.


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  Proven experience as Head or Senior Sous Chef.

  
  


• NVQ Qualification (or equivalent) is preferred.


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  Strong leadership and organisational skills.

  
  


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  Knowledge of food safety and allergens.

  
  


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  Passion for food, creativity, and quality.

  
  


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  Flexibility to work evenings/weekends.

  
  

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Benefits:

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  £50,000–£60,000 per annum (depending on experience)

  
  


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  Staff meals and potential bonuses

  
  


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  Career growth opportunities

  
  


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  Creative input on menus and kitchen direction

  
  

For more information, please contact Rebecca at Berry Recruitment, King's Lynn.

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