Executive Chef

Olive Dining Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Meals

Car Allowance

Mileage

Monday to Friday

Family-Friendly Hours

Weekends Off

Job summary

Olive Dining Ltd in London is seeking an Executive Chef to lead catering for our primary and secondary schools. You’ll oversee kitchen operations, drive food safety, training, and development while collaborating with the Operations Team and reporting to the Head of Food.

The role requires proven kitchen experience, a food safety certificate, and the ability to work calmly under pressure in a fast-paced school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in the kitchen is a must, in schools or B&I.
• A food safety certificate or equivalent.
• Be a good team player who stays calm under pressure and thrives in a busy environment.
• Knowledge of Level 2 Food Hygiene is a bonus.
• Flexible and able to adapt when menus or schedules change.
• Strong communication and a positive attitude.
• Must have access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Executive Chef to support both our primary and secondary schools.
• Executive Chef to support sites with internal audits, GP, wastage, Food Safety and Training & Development.
• Executive Chef to work closely with the Operations Team and report to the Head of Food.
• Executive Chef to work within a large team.

Skills

Team player

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Adaptability

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food safety certificate (Level 2)

Job description

Who We Are:

At Olive Dining, we believe great food brings people together and there’s no better place to do that than in schools, where young minds are growing every day.

We’re a dedicated school catering company serving fresh, nutritious meals to students across London, Kent, Surrey, and Essex. Now, we’re on the lookout for a Executive Chef to help us create delicious dishes and keep our kitchens running smoothly, with plenty of smiles along the way in the kitchen. We offer,Family-Friendly Hours, WeekendsOff (Yes, really)Supportive Team Culture, You're never just a number here.Free Meals on Duty, Because Chefs should never work hungry!Wellbeing First, Access to an Employee Assistance Programme including free CBT, health, and financial support.Room to Grow, We believe in promoting from within and helping our people thrive.

If you’re passionate about food, love working in a team, and thrive in a fast-paced environment with purpose, this could be the perfect role for you

The Package:

• £45,000 Salary
• Car Allowance
• Mileage
• Free Meals
• Monday to Friday

The Role:

• Executive Chef to support both our primary and secondary schools
• Executive Chef to support sites with internal audits, GP, Wastages, Food Safety and Training and Development.
• Executive Chef to work closely with the Operations Team, and report into the Head of Food.
• Executive Chef to work within a large team.

What You’ll Need

• Experience in the kitchen is a must. whether it’s in schools or B&I.
• A food safety certificate or equivalent, we want to keep everything safe, healthy, and tasty.
• To be a good team player who can keep calm under pressure and loves the hustle of a busy work environment
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety (Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is a bonus).
• Flexibility: You’re great at thinking on your feet and adapting when the menu or schedule needs a quick change (because school days are never boring!).
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude. Kids, staff, and school life can be unpredictable, so a big smile and a laugh will go a long way!
• Must have access to own transport.

This Role Is Perfect If You

• Want to make a real impact in a school community
• Enjoy variety and hands-on working
• Like the idea of work-life balance

Are ready to bring your ideas, creativity, and energy to the table???