Professional Personnel Management Ltd

Head Chef

Stafford ST17 4JX

Key information

Pay
£18 to £20.17 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Contract
Posted date
20 Oct 2026
Closing date
27 Oct 2026

About this role

X10 Head Chef - Stafford (ST17 4JX)

Pay Rate

up to £20.17p/h inc. hol. pay

Contract

6 Months Contract with the view of being extended

Working Days/Hours

Monday to Friday, 6.30am till 3pm

PPM Recruitment is currently recruiting for

10 experienced Head Chefs to join a busy catering operation in Stafford.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced chefs with strong kitchen management skills who can lead a team, maintain high food standards and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of a professional kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

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Oversee the daily running of the kitchen, ensuring food is prepared and served to a high standard.

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Lead, supervise and motivate kitchen staff.

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Prepare and oversee the preparation of meals, ensuring consistency in quality and presentation.

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Manage stock levels, food ordering and portion control.

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Monitor food costs and minimise waste.

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Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety regulations.

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Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.

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Ensure meals are prepared and served within required timeframes.

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Support the training and development of kitchen team members.

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Follow all site procedures and catering standards.

Requirements

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Previous experience as a Head Chef or in a senior chef position.

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Strong leadership and kitchen management skills.

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Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety procedures.

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Ability to work effectively in a busy catering environment.

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Good organisational and communication skills.

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A reliable, professional and flexible approach to work.

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Relevant food hygiene qualifications are desirable.

How to Apply

Please send CV to apply or call and speak to Karina on 0121 450 8950