Head Chef- The Vox Nec - Birmingham

Head Chef- The Vox Nec - Birmingham Head Chef I The Vox NEC I 41k I Full time I Permanent ROLE PURPOSE: As Head Chef at the ICC & Vox, you will lead the culinary vision for one of the UK's most prestigious conference and events destinations, delivering exceptional food experiences across fine dining, high-end hospitality, banqueting, and large-scale events. This is a role for a passionate culinary leader who thrives on creating innovative, restaurant-quality menus while maintaining the precision and consistency required for world-class event catering.

You will oversee and manage all culinary operations across the venue, ensuring every dish reflects the highest standards of quality, creativity, and presentation. Alongside driving an outstanding dining experience, you will effectively manage food costs within budgetary constraints, source exceptional ingredients without compromising on value, and lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing kitchen team.

You will champion a culture of excellence while ensuring full compliance with health and safety legislation, food hygiene standards, and dietary requirements, helping to cement the ICC & Vox's reputation as a destination for exceptional hospitality. We are Levy We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events - including Wimbledon, Twickenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London - we bring experiences to life with passion and precision.

Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Head Chef- The Role: Food Preparation and Cooking: Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking of meals, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality, taste, and presentation while adhering to food safety and hygiene regulations.

Team Leadership and Management: Lead, mentor, and manage the kitchen team, including chefs and kitchen assistants, to maintain a cohesive, efficient, and productive work environment. Provide training and support to staff culinary techniques relevant to large scale event catering. Budget and Cost Control: Manage the kitchen budget, control food costs, and source ingredients economically without compromising on quality or nutritional value.

Maintain accurate records of expenditures and inventory. Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, food hygiene standards, and dietary requirements. Conduct regular inspections and audits to maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen. Quality Assurance: Maintain consistency in food quality and presentation, implementing quality control measures and continuously seeking ways to improve the culinary offerings.

Plan and execute catering for events, meetings, and functions, ensuring the provision of high-quality food and service that meets the expectations of all stakeholders. Inventory Management: Oversee the ordering, storage, and management of kitchen supplies and ingredients, ensuring efficient stock control and minimising waste. Culinary Innovation: Stay updated with culinary trends and innovations, incorporating new techniques and ingredients into the menu to keep offerings fresh and exciting.

What we're looking for Professional Culinary Qualifications: Possession of relevant culinary qualifications such as a degree or diploma in culinary arts, or equivalent certifications from recognized culinary institutions. Extensive Culinary Experience: Proven experience as a head chef or in a similar senior culinary role, demonstrating e