Executive Chef

Compass Group PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at their venue in Canary Wharf. This position requires proven experience in Executive Chef roles, with a focus on food quality and kitchen management. Responsibilities include overseeing operations, mentoring Head Chefs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The role offers a competitive salary up to £65,000 and includes benefits such as a contributory pension scheme and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £65,000

Monday to Friday, 40-hour working week

Contributory pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Digital GP access

Exclusive travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Wellness and exercise classes

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Chef with leadership responsibilities.
• Passionate about food quality and operational excellence.
• Strong ability to manage multiple teams and priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all kitchen operations across hospitality and retail outlets.
• Manage and mentor Head Chefs in retail and hospitality settings.
• Control food costs, stock management, and kitchen budgets.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Food quality and creativity

Organisational and communication skills

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations at a dynamic hospitality and retail venue in Canary Wharf. This exciting role oversees food quality and kitchen operations across Hospitality and Retail, including two busy coffee bars.

As Executive Chef, you will be responsible for managing and supporting both the Head Chef for Retail and the Head Chef for Hospitality, ensuring seamless collaboration and consistently outstanding food standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all kitchen operations across hospitality and retail outlets
• Manage and mentor Head Chefs in retail and hospitality settings
• Develop and maintain high-quality menus that reflect our brand and customer expectations
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations
• Control food costs, stock management, and kitchen budgets
• Foster a positive, motivated, and productive kitchen environment
• Collaborate with front-of-house teams to deliver excellent customer experiences

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Chef with leadership responsibilities
• Passionate about food quality, creativity, and operational excellence
• Strong leadership and team management skills, able to inspire and develop others
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities
• Knowledge of both hospitality and retail food operations an advantage
• Ability to manage multiple teams and priorities effectively

About the Company

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Benefits

We ensure you’re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Competitive salary up to £65,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday, 40‑hour working week
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Supportive working environment in a prime Canary Wharf location

We also provide a comprehensive benefits package:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Unwind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families