Head Chef
| Posting date: | 04 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 July 2026 |
| Location: | West Drayton, London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ISS Facilities Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 155807 |
Summary
Head Chef
Contract: Professional Services, Production & Technology
Location: West Drayton, UB7 8JL
Hours of work: 40 (Monday - Friday)
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking a Head Chef to lead a busy on-site restaurant at a manufacturing location, serving between 230 and 290 customers per day across breakfast and lunch sittings.
The operation runs Monday to Friday, delivering a full English breakfast and a structured lunch offer alongside grab-and-go and vending services.
Job Description
We are looking for a hands-on professional who will take full responsibility for the kitchen operation, leading the team from the front while maintaining high standards of food quality, service and compliance.
This role has a strong focus on organisation, planning and commercial control to support growth and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Organise and control all aspects of the kitchen and catering operation.
Lead, supervise and support the kitchen team in daily food production.
Deliver a high-quality breakfast and lunch offer in line with agreed menus.
Plan menus and food production in line with budgets and client requirements.
Order food and manage suppliers in line with nominated supply chains.
Ensure all food is prepared and presented to company and client standards.
Maintain stock control and minimise waste.
Ensure full compliance with food safety, company and statutory regulations.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
Previous experience in a Head Chef or Chef Manager role, or a Chef ready to step up.
Strong background in hospitality food production.
Ability to work unsupervised and take full ownership of the catering operation.
Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
Clean, well-presented and professional approach.
Pleasant, engaging and effective team leader.
Reliable and committed with a hands-on attitude.
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. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger,
#aplacetobeyou,
#facilitiesmanagement
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.
We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
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
Contract: Professional Services, Production & Technology
Location: West Drayton, UB7 8JL
Hours of work: 40 (Monday - Friday)
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking a Head Chef to lead a busy on-site restaurant at a manufacturing location, serving between 230 and 290 customers per day across breakfast and lunch sittings.
The operation runs Monday to Friday, delivering a full English breakfast and a structured lunch offer alongside grab-and-go and vending services.
Job Description
We are looking for a hands-on professional who will take full responsibility for the kitchen operation, leading the team from the front while maintaining high standards of food quality, service and compliance.
This role has a strong focus on organisation, planning and commercial control to support growth and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Organise and control all aspects of the kitchen and catering operation.
Lead, supervise and support the kitchen team in daily food production.
Deliver a high-quality breakfast and lunch offer in line with agreed menus.
Plan menus and food production in line with budgets and client requirements.
Order food and manage suppliers in line with nominated supply chains.
Ensure all food is prepared and presented to company and client standards.
Maintain stock control and minimise waste.
Ensure full compliance with food safety, company and statutory regulations.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
Previous experience in a Head Chef or Chef Manager role, or a Chef ready to step up.
Strong background in hospitality food production.
Ability to work unsupervised and take full ownership of the catering operation.
Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
Clean, well-presented and professional approach.
Pleasant, engaging and effective team leader.
Reliable and committed with a hands-on attitude.
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. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger,
#aplacetobeyou,
#facilitiesmanagement
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.
We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
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
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.