2 x Lead Chef Vacancies

We are currently working with a charity in Norwich to recruit a Lead Chef on a permanent post. As a Chef, you will take the lead in the preparation and delivery of high-quality meals while supporting and supervising kitchen staff. You will play a key role in maintaining food safety standards, managing stock and suppliers, developing menus, and ensuring a positive dining experience for young people, customers, and nursery children where applicable.

Salary: £27,100

Hours: 37.5 per week | 7 day rolling rota | 08:00 – 16:00

Location: Norwich

Contract: Permanent

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook meals to a consistently high standard
• Deliver excellent customer service to young people, customers, and nursery children
• Develop creative, nutritious recipes and menus within budget
• Maintain consistency and quality across all food production
• Support the smooth day-to-day operation of the catering service
• Order food and kitchen supplies in line with operational needs
• Receive deliveries and ensure effective stock rotation
• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers
• Monitor stock levels and minimise waste
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation
• Attend team meetings, supervision sessions, and annual appraisals

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working within a busy commercial or catering kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, food safety, and health and safety regulations.

If this opportunity is of interest, please apply with your up-to-date CV.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.