Job Description

Development Chef – North of England
Contract Catering

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Referral programme

Genuine Dining is a leading contract caterer delivering innovative, high-quality dining across the South of England. We’re looking for a Development Chef to drive menu innovation, mentor kitchen teams, and ensure consistent excellence across multiple sites.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and refresh menus with creativity and flair
• Train and support site chefs, building skills and consistency
• Maintain high culinary standards and implement new concepts
• Oversee kitchen financials, including GP% and cost control
• Lead seasonal projects and special initiatives across sites

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Head Chef or Executive Chef experience, ideally with large-volume kitchens
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Creative, with a focus on innovation and consistent quality
• Experience managing budgets and GP%
• Committed to raising culinary standards

Additional Information

Why join us:

• Monday–Friday schedule with travel
• Freedom to shape the regional food offer
• Supportive team environment that values your expertise
• Competitive salary and benefits

Drive creativity, consistency, and growth – and make a real impact on corporate dining in the South of England.