Lead Chef

3 days ago

Harrogate, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL Full time

Salary: £15.06 to £16.35 per hour

Grade: G

Contract: Relief

Hours: Relief

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Harrogate Convention Centre

About us…

Matcham's is our in-house catering team here at Harrogate Convention Centre. We pride ourselves on quality produce and impeccable service and focus on supporting local suppliers and producers from the North of England, Yorkshire, and Harrogate. We cater to a variety of events and provide a range of services from a simple tea and coffee service to full-blown celebratory banquets.

We are a friendly and driven team who put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on delivering a professional, high standard service.

Role

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Chef to join our team at Matcham's. As part of a dynamic kitchen team, you will work under the guidance of the Head Chef to produce high-quality, pre-determined dishes for large events. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the food meets both the quantity and quality requirements outlined in the operational plan, while adhering to health and safety regulations. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef to contribute to a variety of events and grow within a professional kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and cook food in line with the operational plan for events.
  • Ensure food quality and presentation meet HCC's high standards.
  • Monitor food production and provide feedback to the Head Chef on food quality.
  • Supervise and guide kitchen assistants and agency staff as required.
  • Complete due diligence paperwork and ensure compliance with health and safety, food safety, and hygiene standards.
  • Attend all briefings and follow directives given by the Head Chef.
  • Work collaboratively with the team to deliver food on time and to client specifications.
  • Report any equipment faults or health and safety hazards to the Head Chef.
  • Maintain a professional manner and positive communication with colleagues and clients.

Person Specification:

Essential:

  • Experience working as a chef in a professional kitchen.
  • Experience in high-volume food production.
  • Understanding of food safety management systems and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point).
  • Effective time-management skills.
  • Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English.
  • Capable of working independently and supervising others in a satellite kitchen.
  • Ability to work long hours on your feet.

Desirable:

  • Experience in event catering or running kitchens in the events sector.
  • Food Safety Level 3 qualification.
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in catering.
  • COSHH certificate.

Other Requirements:

  • Able to work shift patterns, including early mornings and late evenings.
  • Professional appearance and adherence to uniform standards.

Why Join Us?

  • Work in a dynamic and exciting event environment.
  • Be part of a friendly and professional team.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Competitive pay and benefits package.

If you're passionate about food, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and meet the qualifications outlined above, we'd love to hear from you

Contact and Apply

Please contact for further information about this opportunity.

Applying is easy, , register your details, remove your personal details from your CV and upload by midnight on 12th December 2025.

Key dates:

Closing Date: 12th December

Interview Date: W/c Monday 15th December

Key documents:

Job Description

Total Rewards Brochure

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.

Lead Chef

Salary: £ £16.35 per hour

Posted: 24/11/2025

Closing date: 12/12/2025

Closing time: 23:59

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