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General Summary:
The Chef is responsible for the day-to-day leadership of kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, seasonal, and sustainable cuisine for staff and visitors. This role is accountable for menu planning, food preparation, stock control, team training, and full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen regulations. Through innovation, attention to detail, and operational excellence, the Chef plays a key role in enhancing the workplace experience and upholding the company’s standards of hospitality.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Culinary Leadership and Food Delivery
Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely and consistent preparation of high-quality, seasonal meals and snacks for staff and guests
Ensure all food is presented to high standards, with attention to dietary needs and allergens
Maintain a strong food offering that supports employee experience and reflects workplace hospitality expectations
Menu Planning and Allergen Compliance
Design and update menus that reflect seasonal availability, sustainability, and dietary variety
Ensure all allergen information is documented and shared as required
Manage ordering, supplier relationships, and inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimal waste
Ensure all food is costed and priced accurately
Health, Safety and Hygiene Compliance
Ensure full compliance with food hygiene legislation, HACCP, COSHH, and health and safety regulations
Maintain accurate records on food temperatures, cleaning routines, and kitchen equipment maintenance
Prepare for and cooperate with internal and external audits, implementing improvements where required
Team Training and Supervision
Provide training and daily oversight to any kitchen assistants or porters, ensuring a clean, safe, and professional kitchen environment
Maintain high performance and appearance standards
Keep training logs and promote ongoing learning around new dishes, safety procedures, and kitchen protocols
ESG and Sustainability
Minimize food waste and support sustainable sourcing
Promote eco-friendly practices in kitchen operations
Support health and wellness initiatives through nutritious food offerings
Equipment and Facility Maintenance
Oversee the upkeep and maintenance of kitchen equipment
Report malfunctions and coordinate with Facilities for timely repairs
Ensure cleanliness protocols are followed, and the kitchen always remains inspection ready
Qualifications:
City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or equivalent professional chef qualification
Level 3 Food Safety Certificate (minimum requirement)
Good standard of general education (e.g., GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent)
Health & Safety and HACCP training certificates are preferred
Allergen awareness and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) training are highly desirable
Mandatory:
Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in a professional kitchen environment, ideally within corporate, hospitality, or high-end catering settings
Proven ability to plan menus, manage food preparation, and deliver consistent quality at scale
Strong working knowledge of food hygiene standards, allergen compliance, stock management, and kitchen safety protocols
Experience managing kitchen operations independently and supervising junior staff or kitchen porters
Intermediate proficiency with basic kitchen systems (e.g., digital temperature logs, stock ordering tools)
Preferred:
Experience in a corporate or in-house catering environment
Familiarity with sustainable sourcing practices and environmentally conscious kitchen operations
Demonstrated ability to design healthy, seasonal menus aligned with wellness initiatives
Oxford's purpose is to strengthen economies and communities through real estate.
Our people-first culture is at its best when our workforce reflects the communities where we live and work — and the customers we proudly serve.
From hire to retire, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process that extends all the way through your employee experience. This sense of belonging and connection is cultivated up, down and across our global organization thanks to our vast network of Employee Resource Groups with executive leader sponsorship, our Purpose@Work committee and employee recognition programs.